How to pronounce newsmaker
Say it like NOOZ-may-ker. Newsmaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOOZ).
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- NOOZ
- may
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Newsmaker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NOOZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- mayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of newsmaker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: NYOOZ-may-kuh.
What does newsmaker mean?
- One whose actions make the headlines of news reports; one who affects the course of public discourse.
Where does newsmaker come from?
From news + maker.
Questions about saying newsmaker
How do you pronounce newsmaker?
Say NOOZ-may-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈnuzˌmeɪkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈnjuːzˌmeɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in newsmaker?
Newsmaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOOZ). Broken into parts: NOOZ · may · ker.
Is newsmaker 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 /ˈnjuːzˌmeɪkə/ (NYOOZ-may-kuh).