How to pronounce parenthood
Say it like PER-unt-huud. Parenthood has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER).
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US American/ˈpɛrəntˌhʊd/PER-unt-huud
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- PER
- unt
- huud
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parenthood 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.
- untKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- huudGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
What does parenthood mean?
noun
- the state of being a parent“to everyone's surprise, parenthood reformed the man”
Where does parenthood come from?
From parent + -hood.
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Questions about saying parenthood
How do you pronounce parenthood?
Say PER-unt-huud. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛrəntˌhʊd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parenthood?
Parenthood has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER). Broken into parts: PER · unt · huud.