How to pronounce mummiform
Say it like MUHM-ih-form. Mummiform has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHM).
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- MUHM
- ih
- form
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mummiform pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- formKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of mummiform
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MUHM-ih-fawm.
What does mummiform mean?
- Having the shape of a mummy.
- A mummy-shaped object.
Where does mummiform come from?
From mummy + -form, after French momiforme.
Questions about saying mummiform
How do you pronounce mummiform?
Say MUHM-ih-form. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌmɪfɔrm/. In British English it is /ˈmʌmɪfɔːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mummiform?
Mummiform has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHM). Broken into parts: MUHM · ih · form.
Is mummiform 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 /ˈmʌmɪfɔːm/ (MUHM-ih-fawm).