How to pronounce individuum
Say it like in-dih-VIJ-oo-um. Individuum has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (VIJ).
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- in
- dih
- VIJ
- oo
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Individuum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- VIJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of individuum
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: in-dih-VID-yoo-um.
What does individuum mean?
- An indivisible entity.
- An individual person or thing.
Where does individuum come from?
From Latin indīviduum, noun use of neuter singular of indīviduus (“indivisible”).
Questions about saying individuum
How do you pronounce individuum?
Say in-dih-VIJ-oo-um. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəm/. In British English it is /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdjuːəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in individuum?
Individuum has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (VIJ). Broken into parts: in · dih · VIJ · oo · um.
Is individuum pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdjuːəm/ (in-dih-VID-yoo-um).