How to pronounce mannersome
Say it like MAN-er-sum. Mannersome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAN).
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- MAN
- er
- sum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mannersome pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of mannersome
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAN-uh-sum.
What does mannersome mean?
- Characterised by having (good) manners; mannerly.
Where does mannersome come from?
From manner + -some.
Questions about saying mannersome
How do you pronounce mannersome?
Say MAN-er-sum. The American pronunciation is /ˈmænərsəm/. In British English it is /ˈmænəsəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mannersome?
Mannersome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAN). Broken into parts: MAN · er · sum.
Is mannersome 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 /ˈmænəsəm/ (MAN-uh-sum).