How to pronounce mizzen
Say it like MIZ-un. Mizzen has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIZ).
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- MIZ
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mizzen pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of mizzen
American and British speakers say mizzen in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪzən/ in the US and /ˈmɪzən/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIZ-un.
What does mizzen mean?
- Mizzenmast.
- Mizzensail.
- Hindmost; nearest the stern.
Where does mizzen come from?
From Middle English mesan, meseyn, myson, from Middle French misaine, modified from Old French migenne (through influence from Italian mezzana), from Old Catalan mitjana, feminine of mitjan, ultimately from Latin medianus.
Words that rhyme with mizzen
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Questions about saying mizzen
How do you pronounce mizzen?
Say MIZ-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪzən/. In British English it is /ˈmɪzən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mizzen?
Mizzen has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIZ). Broken into parts: MIZ · un.
Do Americans and Brits say mizzen the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪzən/ and the British form is /ˈmɪzən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.