How to pronounce nummular
Say it like NUHM-yuu-ler. Nummular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NUHM).
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- NUHM
- yuu
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nummular pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- yuuKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of nummular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NUHM-yuu-luh.
What does nummular mean?
- Characterized by lesions (especially on the cornea or skin) which are round with well-defined borders.
Where does nummular come from?
From Latin nummulus (“(small amount of) money”) + English -ar (suffix forming adjectives with the sense ‘of, pertaining to, or near’).
Questions about saying nummular
How do you pronounce nummular?
Say NUHM-yuu-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈnʌmjʊlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈnʌmjʊlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nummular?
Nummular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NUHM). Broken into parts: NUHM · yuu · ler.
Is nummular 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 /ˈnʌmjʊlə/ (NUHM-yuu-luh).