How to pronounce morphemic
Say it like MOR-fem-ik. Morphemic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOR).
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- MOR
- fem
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Morphemic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- femKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of morphemic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAW-fem-ik.
What does morphemic mean?
- Of or relating to morphemics or to a morpheme.
Where does morphemic come from?
From morpheme + -ic.
Questions about saying morphemic
How do you pronounce morphemic?
Say MOR-fem-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɔrfɛmɪk/. In British English it is /ˈmɔːfɛmɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in morphemic?
Morphemic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOR). Broken into parts: MOR · fem · ik.
Is morphemic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈmɔːfɛmɪk/ (MAW-fem-ik).