How to pronounce mini
Say it like MIN-ee. Mini has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN).
- MIN
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mini pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of mini
American and British speakers say mini in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪni/ in the US and /ˈmɪni/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIN-ee.
What does mini mean?
- Miniature, tiny, small.
- A very young dancer.
- A small bottle of perfume.
Where does mini come from?
From the prefix mini-.
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Words that rhyme with mini
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Words that sound like mini
Questions about saying mini
How do you pronounce mini?
Say MIN-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪni/. In British English it is /ˈmɪni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mini?
Mini has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN). Broken into parts: MIN · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say mini the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪni/ and the British form is /ˈmɪni/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as mini?
Mini sounds the same as minnie in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.