How to pronounce mastermind
Say it like MAS-ter-mynd. Mastermind has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAS).
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- MAS
- ter
- mynd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mastermind pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- myndGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of mastermind
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: MAH-stuh-mynd.
What does mastermind mean?
- To plan or execute (a project) in the role of mastermind.
- A person with an extraordinary intellect or skill that is markedly superior to their peers.
- A person responsible for the highest level of planning and execution of a major operation.
Where does mastermind come from?
From master + mind.
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Questions about saying mastermind
How do you pronounce mastermind?
Say MAS-ter-mynd. The American pronunciation is /ˈmæstɚˌmaɪnd/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːstəmaɪnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mastermind?
Mastermind has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAS). Broken into parts: MAS · ter · mynd.
Is mastermind 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 /ˈmɑːstəmaɪnd/ (MAH-stuh-mynd).