How to pronounce pinna
Say it like PIN-uh. Pinna has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PIN).
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- PIN
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pinna pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of pinna
American and British speakers say pinna in essentially the same way: /ˈpɪnə/ in the US and /ˈpɪnə/ in the UK.
British respelling: PIN-uh.
What does pinna mean?
- The visible part of the ear in most therians that resides outside of the head, the auricle; outer ear excluding the ear canal.
- A leaflet or primary segment of a pinnate compound leaf.
- A feather, wing, fin, or other similar appendage.
Where does pinna come from?
From Latin pinna (“dorsal fin; wing, feather”).
Questions about saying pinna
How do you pronounce pinna?
Say PIN-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɪnə/. In British English it is /ˈpɪnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pinna?
Pinna has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PIN). Broken into parts: PIN · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say pinna the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpɪnə/ and the British form is /ˈpɪnə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.