How to pronounce neuroqueer
Say it like NYUUR-ohk-weer. Neuroqueer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NYUUR).
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- NYUUR
- ohk
- weer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neuroqueer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NYUURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- ohkKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- weerGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of neuroqueer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: NYOOR-ohk-WEER.
What does neuroqueer mean?
- Belonging to, characteristic of, or related to the intersection of neurodivergence and queerness, particularly autism and LGBT identities.
- The state or quality of being neuroqueer.
- One who belongs to the neuroqueer community.
- To make or become neuroqueer.
Where does neuroqueer come from?
From neuro- + queer.
Questions about saying neuroqueer
How do you pronounce neuroqueer?
Say NYUUR-ohk-weer. The American pronunciation is /ˈnjʊroʊkˌwɪr/. In British English it is /ˈnjʊərəʊkˈwɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neuroqueer?
Neuroqueer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NYUUR). Broken into parts: NYUUR · ohk · weer.
Is neuroqueer 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 /ˈnjʊərəʊkˈwɪə/ (NYOOR-ohk-WEER).