How to pronounce multiform
Say it like MOO-ul-tee-form. Multiform has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOO).
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- MOO
- ul
- tee
- form
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Multiform pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- formGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of multiform
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MOO-ul-tee-fawm.
What does multiform mean?
- Having more than one shape or appearance.
- An organism, folktale, etc. that appears in more than one form.
Where does multiform come from?
From multi- + form.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying multiform
How do you pronounce multiform?
Say MOO-ul-tee-form. The American pronunciation is /ˈmuʌltiˌfɔrm/. In British English it is /ˈmuːʌltiˌfɔːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in multiform?
Multiform has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOO). Broken into parts: MOO · ul · tee · form.
Is multiform 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 /ˈmuːʌltiˌfɔːm/ (MOO-ul-tee-fawm).