How to pronounce meth
Say it like METH. Meth is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- METH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Meth pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- METHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of meth
American and British speakers say meth in essentially the same way: /mɛθ/ in the US and /mɛθ/ in the UK.
British respelling: METH.
What does meth mean?
- an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
Where does meth come from?
Clipping of methamphetamine.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with meth
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of meth.
Questions about saying meth
How do you pronounce meth?
Say METH. The American pronunciation is /mɛθ/. In British English it is /mɛθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in meth?
Meth is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: METH.
Do Americans and Brits say meth the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /mɛθ/ and the British form is /mɛθ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.