How to pronounce newswoman
Say it like NOOZ-wuh-mun. Newswoman has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOOZ).
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- NOOZ
- wuh
- mun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Newswoman 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.
- wuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- munKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of newswoman
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: NYOOZ-wuh-mun.
What does newswoman mean?
- A female reporter or newsreader.
Where does newswoman come from?
From news + -woman.
Questions about saying newswoman
How do you pronounce newswoman?
Say NOOZ-wuh-mun. The American pronunciation is /ˈnuzwʊmən/. In British English it is /ˈnjuːzwʊmən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in newswoman?
Newswoman has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOOZ). Broken into parts: NOOZ · wuh · mun.
Is newswoman 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 /ˈnjuːzwʊmən/ (NYOOZ-wuh-mun).