How to pronounce misclaim
Say it like MIS-klaym. Misclaim has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIS).
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- MIS
- klaym
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Misclaim pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- klaymKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of misclaim
American and British speakers say misclaim in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪskleɪm/ in the US and /ˈmɪskleɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIS-klaym.
What does misclaim mean?
- A mistaken claim.
- To claim erroneously or fraudulently.
Where does misclaim come from?
From mis- + claim.
Questions about saying misclaim
How do you pronounce misclaim?
Say MIS-klaym. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪskleɪm/. In British English it is /ˈmɪskleɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in misclaim?
Misclaim has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIS). Broken into parts: MIS · klaym.
Do Americans and Brits say misclaim the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪskleɪm/ and the British form is /ˈmɪskleɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.