How to pronounce paranym
Say it like PER-uh-nim. Paranym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER).
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US American/ˈpɛrənɪm/PER-uh-nim
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- PER
- uh
- nim
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Paranym pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nimKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
What does paranym mean?
noun
- A euphemistic synonym.
Where does paranym come from?
From para- + -nym.
Questions about saying paranym
How do you pronounce paranym?
Say PER-uh-nim. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛrənɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in paranym?
Paranym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER). Broken into parts: PER · uh · nim.