How to pronounce minim
Say it like MIN-im. Minim has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN).
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- MIN
- im
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Minim 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.
- imKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of minim
American and British speakers say minim in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪnɪm/ in the US and /ˈmɪnɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIN-im.
What does minim mean?
- A half note, drawn as a semibreve with a stem.
- A unit of volume, in the Imperial and U.S. customary systems, ¹⁄₆₀ fluid drachm. Approximately equal to 1 drop, 62 μL or 0.9 grain (weight) of water.
- A short vertical stroke used in handwriting.
Where does minim come from?
Borrowed from French minime.
Questions about saying minim
How do you pronounce minim?
Say MIN-im. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪnɪm/. In British English it is /ˈmɪnɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in minim?
Minim has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN). Broken into parts: MIN · im.
Do Americans and Brits say minim the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪnɪm/ and the British form is /ˈmɪnɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.