How to pronounce multiyear
Say it like muhl-tee-YEER. Multiyear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (YEER).
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- muhl
- tee
- YEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Multiyear pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- YEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of multiyear
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: muhl-tee-YEER.
What does multiyear mean?
- Having a duration of multiple years.
Where does multiyear come from?
From multi- + year.
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Words that rhyme with multiyear
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Questions about saying multiyear
How do you pronounce multiyear?
Say muhl-tee-YEER. The American pronunciation is /ˌmʌltiˈjir/. In British English it is /ˌmʌltiˈjɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in multiyear?
Multiyear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (YEER). Broken into parts: muhl · tee · YEER.
Is multiyear 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 /ˌmʌltiˈjɪə/ (muhl-tee-YEER).