How to pronounce nearsightedness
Say it like NEER-sy-tid-nus. Nearsightedness has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEER).
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- NEER
- sy
- tid
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nearsightedness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- syGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of nearsightedness
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: NEER-sy-tid-nus.
What does nearsightedness mean?
- The property of being nearsighted, myopia.
Where does nearsightedness come from?
From nearsighted + -ness.
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Questions about saying nearsightedness
How do you pronounce nearsightedness?
Say NEER-sy-tid-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈnirˌsaɪtɪdnəs/. In British English it is /ˈnɪəˌsaɪtɪdnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nearsightedness?
Nearsightedness has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEER). Broken into parts: NEER · sy · tid · nus.
Is nearsightedness 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 /ˈnɪəˌsaɪtɪdnəs/ (NEER-sy-tid-nus).