How to pronounce numismatics
Say it like noo-mih-SMAT-iks. Numismatics has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SMAT).
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- noo
- mih
- SMAT
- iks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Numismatics pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- mihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SMATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- iksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of numismatics
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: nyoo-mih-SMAT-iks.
What does numismatics mean?
- The study of coins, tokens, medals and paper money.
- The study of coins.
- The collecting of coins, tokens, medals and paper money.
Words that rhyme with numismatics
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of numismatics.
Questions about saying numismatics
How do you pronounce numismatics?
Say noo-mih-SMAT-iks. The American pronunciation is /ˌnumɪˈsmætɪks/. In British English it is /ˌnjuːmɪˈsmætɪks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in numismatics?
Numismatics has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SMAT). Broken into parts: noo · mih · SMAT · iks.
Is numismatics 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 /ˌnjuːmɪˈsmætɪks/ (nyoo-mih-SMAT-iks).