How to pronounce motherwise
Say it like MUHTH-er-wyze. Motherwise has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHTH).
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- MUHTH
- er
- wyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Motherwise pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHTHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- wyzeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of motherwise
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MUHTH-uh-wyze.
What does motherwise mean?
- In the manner of a mother; maternally.
Where does motherwise come from?
mother + -wise
Questions about saying motherwise
How do you pronounce motherwise?
Say MUHTH-er-wyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌðɚˌwaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈmʌðəˌwaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in motherwise?
Motherwise has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHTH). Broken into parts: MUHTH · er · wyze.
Is motherwise 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 /ˈmʌðəˌwaɪz/ (MUHTH-uh-wyze).