How to pronounce nessary
Say it like NES-uh-ree. Nessary has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NES).
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- NES
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nessary pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NESSay 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.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of nessary
American and British speakers say nessary in essentially the same way: /ˈnɛsəri/ in the US and /ˈnɛsəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: NES-uh-ree.
What does nessary mean?
- Pronunciation spelling of necessary.
Words that rhyme with nessary
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nessary.
Questions about saying nessary
How do you pronounce nessary?
Say NES-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛsəri/. In British English it is /ˈnɛsəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nessary?
Nessary has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NES). Broken into parts: NES · uh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say nessary the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɛsəri/ and the British form is /ˈnɛsəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.