How to pronounce norwest
Say it like nor-WEST. Norwest has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WEST).
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- nor
- WEST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Norwest pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- norGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- WESTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of norwest
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: naw-WEST.
What does norwest mean?
- Alternative form of nor'-west.
- Alternative form of nor'-west.
Words that rhyme with norwest
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of norwest.
Questions about saying norwest
How do you pronounce norwest?
Say nor-WEST. The American pronunciation is /ˌnɔrˈwɛst/. In British English it is /ˌnɔːˈwɛst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in norwest?
Norwest has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WEST). Broken into parts: nor · WEST.
Is norwest 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 /ˌnɔːˈwɛst/ (naw-WEST).