How to pronounce nonna
Say it like NAH-nuh. Nonna has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAH).
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- NAH
- nuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nonna pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of nonna
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: NON-uh.
What does nonna mean?
- A grandmother, especially one with Italian ancestry.
Where does nonna come from?
Borrowed from Italian nonna.
Words that rhyme with nonna
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nonna.
Questions about saying nonna
How do you pronounce nonna?
Say NAH-nuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɑnə/. In British English it is /ˈnɒnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nonna?
Nonna has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAH). Broken into parts: NAH · nuh.
Is nonna 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 /ˈnɒnə/ (NON-uh).