How to pronounce noma
Say it like NOH-muh. Noma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOH).
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- NOH
- muh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Noma pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of noma
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: NOH-muh.
What does noma mean?
- A gangrenous disease of humans leading to tissue destruction of the face, especially the mouth and cheek.
Words that rhyme with noma
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of noma.
Questions about saying noma
How do you pronounce noma?
Say NOH-muh. The American pronunciation is /ˈnoʊmə/. In British English it is /ˈnəʊmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in noma?
Noma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOH). Broken into parts: NOH · muh.
Is noma pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈnəʊmə/ (NOH-muh).