How to pronounce permatemp
Say it like PUR-muh-temp. Permatemp has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR).
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- PUR
- muh
- temp
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Permatemp pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tempGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of permatemp
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PUR-muh-temp.
What does permatemp mean?
- An employee who is officially a temp (temporary worker) but who works full time alongside permanent workers, without the stability and benefits (insurance, holiday pay, etc.) afforded to them.
Where does permatemp come from?
Blend of permanent + temp.
Questions about saying permatemp
How do you pronounce permatemp?
Say PUR-muh-temp. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɝməˌtɛmp/. In British English it is /ˈpɜːməˌtɛmp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in permatemp?
Permatemp has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR). Broken into parts: PUR · muh · temp.
Is permatemp 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 /ˈpɜːməˌtɛmp/ (PUR-muh-temp).