How to pronounce nameword
Say it like NAYM-wurd. Nameword has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAYM).
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- NAYM
- wurd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nameword pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NAYMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- wurdGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of nameword
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NAYM-wurd.
What does nameword mean?
- A designation or name given to an object, person or location.
- A noun.
Where does nameword come from?
From name + word. Compare Dutch naamwoord (“nameword, noun (sensu lato)”) and German Namenwort.
Questions about saying nameword
How do you pronounce nameword?
Say NAYM-wurd. The American pronunciation is /ˈneɪmˌwɝd/. In British English it is /ˈneɪmˌwɜːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nameword?
Nameword has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAYM). Broken into parts: NAYM · wurd.
Is nameword 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 /ˈneɪmˌwɜːd/ (NAYM-wurd).