How to pronounce nonspecific
Say it like non-spuh-SIF-ik. Nonspecific has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SIF).
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- non
- spuh
- SIF
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nonspecific 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.
- spuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of nonspecific
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: non-spuh-SIF-ik.
What does nonspecific mean?
- Not specific to one possible cause; caused by any of various possible causes.
- Not specific to one pathogen; affecting multiple strains or species of pathogen.
- Not known to be caused by any specific pathogen.
Where does nonspecific come from?
From non- + specific.
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Words that rhyme with nonspecific
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Questions about saying nonspecific
How do you pronounce nonspecific?
Say non-spuh-SIF-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌnɑnspəˈsɪfɪk/. In British English it is /ˌnɒnspəˈsɪfɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nonspecific?
Nonspecific has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SIF). Broken into parts: non · spuh · SIF · ik.
Is nonspecific 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 /ˌnɒnspəˈsɪfɪk/ (non-spuh-SIF-ik).