How to pronounce intermix
Say it like in-ter-MIKS. Intermix has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MIKS).
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- in
- ter
- MIKS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Intermix 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.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- MIKSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of intermix
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: in-tuh-MIKS.
What does intermix mean?
- To mix together; to intermingle or blend.
- An intermixture; the product of mixing together
Where does intermix come from?
From inter- + mix.
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Words that rhyme with intermix
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Questions about saying intermix
How do you pronounce intermix?
Say in-ter-MIKS. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪntɚˈmɪks/. In British English it is /ˌɪntəˈmɪks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in intermix?
Intermix has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MIKS). Broken into parts: in · ter · MIKS.
Is intermix pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌɪntəˈmɪks/ (in-tuh-MIKS).