How to pronounce metanym
Say it like MET-uh-nim. Metanym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MET).
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- MET
- uh
- nim
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Metanym pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- METSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nimKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of metanym
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: MET-uh-nim.
What does metanym mean?
- A name that is rejected because a valid name (based on another member) already exists for the same group.
Where does metanym come from?
From meta- + -nym.
Questions about saying metanym
How do you pronounce metanym?
Say MET-uh-nim. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛtənɪm/. In British English it is /ˈmɛtənɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in metanym?
Metanym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MET). Broken into parts: MET · uh · nim.
Is metanym pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈmɛtənɪm/ (MET-uh-nim).