How to pronounce Netherlands
Say it like NETH-er-lundz. Netherlands has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NETH).
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- NETH
- er
- lundz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Netherlands pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NETHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- lundzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Netherlands
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NETH-uh-lundz.
What does Netherlands mean?
- a constitutional monarchy in western Europe on the North Sea; half the country lies below sea level
Where does Netherlands come from?
Play on Netherlands, from nether + land.
Questions about saying Netherlands
How do you pronounce Netherlands?
Say NETH-er-lundz. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛðɚləndz/. In British English it is /ˈnɛðələndz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Netherlands?
Netherlands has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NETH). Broken into parts: NETH · er · lundz.
Is Netherlands 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 /ˈnɛðələndz/ (NETH-uh-lundz).