How to pronounce nematodes
Say it like NEM-uh-tohdz. Nematodes has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEM).
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- NEM
- uh
- tohdz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nematodes pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tohdzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of nematodes
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: NEM-uh-tohdz.
What does nematodes mean?
- plural of nematode How to pronounce nematode
Questions about saying nematodes
How do you pronounce nematodes?
Say NEM-uh-tohdz. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛməˌtoʊdz/. In British English it is /ˈnɛməˌtəʊdz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nematodes?
Nematodes has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEM). Broken into parts: NEM · uh · tohdz.
Is nematodes pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈnɛməˌtəʊdz/ (NEM-uh-tohdz).