How to pronounce mononym
Say it like MON-uh-nim. Mononym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MON).
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- MON
- uh
- nim
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mononym pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nimGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of mononym
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: MON-oh-nim.
What does mononym mean?
- A single name or term by which a person, thing, etc., is known.
- A single term for a thing or concept, allowing for no synonyms.
Where does mononym come from?
From mono- (“one”) + -onym (“word, name”).
Questions about saying mononym
How do you pronounce mononym?
Say MON-uh-nim. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑnəˌnɪm/. In British English it is /ˈmɒnəʊnɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mononym?
Mononym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MON). Broken into parts: MON · uh · nim.
Is mononym pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈmɒnəʊnɪm/ (MON-oh-nim).