How to pronounce ordonnant
Say it like OR-duh-nunt. Ordonnant has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR).
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- OR
- duh
- nunt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ordonnant pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nuntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ordonnant
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AW-duh-nunt.
What does ordonnant mean?
- Of or relating to ordonnance.
Where does ordonnant come from?
From French, present participle of ordonner.
Questions about saying ordonnant
How do you pronounce ordonnant?
Say OR-duh-nunt. The American pronunciation is /ˈoʊrdənənt/. In British English it is /ˈɔːdənənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ordonnant?
Ordonnant has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR). Broken into parts: OR · duh · nunt.
Is ordonnant 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 /ˈɔːdənənt/ (AW-duh-nunt).