How to pronounce nonwhite
Say it like non-WYTE. Nonwhite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WYTE).
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- non
- WYTE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nonwhite 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.
- WYTESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of nonwhite
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: non-WYTE.
Other ways to say nonwhite
Nonwhite also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- NAHNH-WYTE /ˈnɑnhˈwaɪt/
What does nonwhite mean?
- Not white in color.
- Not belonging to the white race.
- A person who is not white.
Where does nonwhite come from?
From non- + white.
Words that rhyme with nonwhite
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nonwhite.
Questions about saying nonwhite
How do you pronounce nonwhite?
Say non-WYTE. The American pronunciation is /ˌnɑnˈwaɪt/. In British English it is /ˌnɒnˈwaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nonwhite?
Nonwhite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WYTE). Broken into parts: non · WYTE.
Is nonwhite 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 /ˌnɒnˈwaɪt/ (non-WYTE).