How to pronounce Jameson
Say it like JAYM-sun. Jameson has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JAYM).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈdʒeɪmsən/JAYM-sun
UK British/ˈdʒeɪməsən/JAY-muh-sun
- JAYM
- sun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jameson pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JAYMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- sunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Jameson
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: JAY-muh-sun.
What does Jameson mean?
proper noun
- A village in Daviess County, Missouri, United States.
- An extinct town in Douglas County, Washington, United States.
Where does Jameson come from?
From James + -son.
Questions about saying Jameson
How do you pronounce Jameson?
Say JAYM-sun. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒeɪmsən/. In British English it is /ˈdʒeɪməsən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Jameson?
Jameson has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JAYM). Broken into parts: JAYM · sun.
Is Jameson pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈdʒeɪməsən/ (JAY-muh-sun).