How to pronounce mehndi
Say it like MEN-dee. Mehndi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MEN).
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- MEN
- dee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mehndi pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of mehndi
American and British speakers say mehndi in essentially the same way: /ˈmɛndi/ in the US and /ˈmɛndi/ in the UK.
British respelling: MEN-dee.
What does mehndi mean?
- A henna plant (Lawsonia inermis).
- The preparation of this plant used for dyeing.
- A temporary skin decoration made with henna.
Words that rhyme with mehndi
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of mehndi.
Questions about saying mehndi
How do you pronounce mehndi?
Say MEN-dee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛndi/. In British English it is /ˈmɛndi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mehndi?
Mehndi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MEN). Broken into parts: MEN · dee.
Do Americans and Brits say mehndi the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɛndi/ and the British form is /ˈmɛndi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.