How to pronounce newness
Say it like NOO-nus. Newness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO).
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- NOO
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Newness 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.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of newness
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: NYOO-nus.
What does newness mean?
- The property of being new; novelty; recency.“The newness of the car meant it still had that funny smell.”
Where does newness come from?
From Middle English newnesse, from Old English nīewnes (“newness, novelty”), equivalent to new + -ness.
Questions about saying newness
How do you pronounce newness?
Say NOO-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈnunəs/. In British English it is /ˈnjuːnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in newness?
Newness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO). Broken into parts: NOO · nus.
Is newness 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 /ˈnjuːnəs/ (NYOO-nus).