How to pronounce newcome
Say it like NOO-kum. Newcome has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO).
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- NOO
- kum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Newcome pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- kumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of newcome
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: NYOO-kum.
What does newcome mean?
- Just arrived; lately come.
- A stranger newly arrived; a newcomer.
Where does newcome come from?
From Middle English neowecomen, from Old English nīwcumen, nīwancumen (“newly come, just arrived”), equivalent to new- + come.
Questions about saying newcome
How do you pronounce newcome?
Say NOO-kum. The American pronunciation is /ˈnukəm/. In British English it is /ˈnjuːkəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in newcome?
Newcome has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO). Broken into parts: NOO · kum.
Is newcome pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈnjuːkəm/ (NYOO-kum).