How to pronounce pinpoint
Say it like PIN-poynt. Pinpoint has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PIN).
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- PIN
- poynt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pinpoint 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.
- poyntGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of pinpoint
American and British speakers say pinpoint in essentially the same way: /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt/ in the US and /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt/ in the UK.
British respelling: PIN-poynt.
What does pinpoint mean?
- The point of a pin.
- Something infinitesimal; a tiny point.
- To identify or locate (someone or something) precisely or with great accuracy.“The investigators tried to pinpoint the source of the flames.”
- Extremely precise or specific, especially regarding location.“The machine assembles parts at high speed and with pinpoint accuracy.”
Where does pinpoint come from?
From pin + point.
Questions about saying pinpoint
How do you pronounce pinpoint?
Say PIN-poynt. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt/. In British English it is /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pinpoint?
Pinpoint has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PIN). Broken into parts: PIN · poynt.
Do Americans and Brits say pinpoint the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt/ and the British form is /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.