How to pronounce interregnums
Say it like in-ter-REG-numz. Interregnums has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REG).
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- in
- ter
- REG
- numz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Interregnums 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- REGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- numzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of interregnums
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: in-tuh-REG-numz.
What does interregnums mean?
- plural of interregnum How to pronounce interregnum
Questions about saying interregnums
How do you pronounce interregnums?
Say in-ter-REG-numz. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪntərˈrɛɡnəmz/. In British English it is /ˌɪntəˈrɛɡnəmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in interregnums?
Interregnums has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REG). Broken into parts: in · ter · REG · numz.
Is interregnums 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 /ˌɪntəˈrɛɡnəmz/ (in-tuh-REG-numz).