How to pronounce nonfarm
Say it like non-FARM. Nonfarm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FARM).
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- non
- FARM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nonfarm pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nonGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- FARMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of nonfarm
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: non-FAHM.
What does nonfarm mean?
- Concerned with the economic activities of all businesses except agricultural ones.
Where does nonfarm come from?
From non- + farm.
Words that rhyme with nonfarm
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nonfarm.
Questions about saying nonfarm
How do you pronounce nonfarm?
Say non-FARM. The American pronunciation is /ˌnɑnˈfɑrm/. In British English it is /ˌnɒnˈfɑːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nonfarm?
Nonfarm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FARM). Broken into parts: non · FARM.
Is nonfarm 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 /ˌnɒnˈfɑːm/ (non-FAHM).