How to pronounce isomer
Say it like EYE-suh-mer. Isomer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- suh
- mer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Isomer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- merKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of isomer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EYE-suh-muh.
What does isomer mean?
- Any of two or more compounds with the same molecular formula but with different structure.
- Any of two or more atomic nuclei with the same mass number and atomic number but with different radioactive properties.
Where does isomer come from?
From iso- + -mer.
Questions about saying isomer
How do you pronounce isomer?
Say EYE-suh-mer. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪsəmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈaɪsəmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in isomer?
Isomer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · suh · mer.
Is isomer 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 /ˈaɪsəmə/ (EYE-suh-muh).