How to pronounce otherness
Say it like UHTH-er-nus. Otherness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHTH).
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- UHTH
- er
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Otherness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHTHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of otherness
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHTH-uh-nus.
What does otherness mean?
- The quality of being different or distinct.
- The result or product of being different or distinct.
Where does otherness come from?
From other + -ness.
Questions about saying otherness
How do you pronounce otherness?
Say UHTH-er-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌðɚnəs/. In British English it is /ˈʌðənəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in otherness?
Otherness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHTH). Broken into parts: UHTH · er · nus.
Is otherness 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 /ˈʌðənəs/ (UHTH-uh-nus).