How to pronounce longterm
Say it like LAWNG-turm. Longterm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAWNG).
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- LAWNG
- turm
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Longterm pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAWNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- turmGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of longterm
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LONG-turm.
What does longterm mean?
- Alternative form of long-term.
Where does longterm come from?
From long + term.
Questions about saying longterm
How do you pronounce longterm?
Say LAWNG-turm. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɔŋˌtɝm/. In British English it is /ˈlɒŋˌtɜːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in longterm?
Longterm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAWNG). Broken into parts: LAWNG · turm.
Is longterm 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 /ˈlɒŋˌtɜːm/ (LONG-turm).