How to pronounce nondefense
Say it like non-dih-FENS. Nondefense has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FENS).
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- non
- dih
- FENS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nondefense pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nonKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- FENSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of nondefense
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: non-dih-FENS.
What does nondefense mean?
- Unrelated to military defense
Where does nondefense come from?
From non- + defense.
Words that rhyme with nondefense
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Questions about saying nondefense
How do you pronounce nondefense?
Say non-dih-FENS. The American pronunciation is /nɑndɪˈfɛns/. In British English it is /nɒndɪˈfɛns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nondefense?
Nondefense has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FENS). Broken into parts: non · dih · FENS.
Is nondefense pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /nɒndɪˈfɛns/ (non-dih-FENS).