How to pronounce nimb
Say it like NIM. Nimb is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- NIM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nimb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of nimb
American and British speakers say nimb in essentially the same way: /nɪm/ in the US and /nɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: NIM.
What does nimb mean?
- A nimbus or halo.
Where does nimb come from?
From Latin nimbus. Doublet of nimbus.
Words that rhyme with nimb
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Words that sound like nimb
Questions about saying nimb
How do you pronounce nimb?
Say NIM. The American pronunciation is /nɪm/. In British English it is /nɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nimb?
Nimb is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: NIM.
Do Americans and Brits say nimb the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /nɪm/ and the British form is /nɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as nimb?
Nimb sounds the same as nim in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.