How to pronounce numeric
Say it like noo-MER-ik. Numeric has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MER).
VoiceSpeed
US American/nuˈmɛrɪk/noo-MER-ik
UK British/njuːˈmɛrɪk/nyoo-MER-ik
- noo
- MER
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Numeric pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- MERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of numeric
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: nyoo-MER-ik.
What does numeric mean?
adjective
- Of or relating to numbers, especially the characters 0 to 9.
- Any number, proper or improper fraction, or incommensurable ratio.
Where does numeric come from?
Borrowed from French numérique.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with numeric
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Questions about saying numeric
How do you pronounce numeric?
Say noo-MER-ik. The American pronunciation is /nuˈmɛrɪk/. In British English it is /njuːˈmɛrɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in numeric?
Numeric has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MER). Broken into parts: noo · MER · ik.
Is numeric pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /njuːˈmɛrɪk/ (nyoo-MER-ik).