How to pronounce numismatist
Say it like noo-MIS-muh-tist. Numismatist has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MIS).
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- noo
- MIS
- muh
- tist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Numismatist 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.
- MISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tistGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of numismatist
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: nyoo-MIS-muh-tist.
What does numismatist mean?
- One who studies and/or collects coins and/or currencies.
Where does numismatist come from?
From numismatics + -ist.
Questions about saying numismatist
How do you pronounce numismatist?
Say noo-MIS-muh-tist. The American pronunciation is /nuˈmɪsməˌtɪst/. In British English it is /njuːˈmɪsməˌtɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in numismatist?
Numismatist has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MIS). Broken into parts: noo · MIS · muh · tist.
Is numismatist 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 /njuːˈmɪsməˌtɪst/ (nyoo-MIS-muh-tist).