How to pronounce plenum
Say it like PLEN-um. Plenum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLEN).
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- PLEN
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Plenum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PLENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of plenum
American and British speakers say plenum in essentially the same way: /ˈplɛnəm/ in the US and /ˈpliːnəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: PLEE-num.
What does plenum mean?
- A space that is completely filled with matter.
- A state of fullness, a great quantity (of something).
- A legislative meeting (especially of the Communist Party) in which all members are present.
Where does plenum come from?
From Latin plēnum n (“space filled with matter”), from plēnus (“full”).
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Words that rhyme with plenum
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Questions about saying plenum
How do you pronounce plenum?
Say PLEN-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈplɛnəm/. In British English it is /ˈpliːnəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in plenum?
Plenum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLEN). Broken into parts: PLEN · um.
Do Americans and Brits say plenum the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈplɛnəm/ and the British form is /ˈpliːnəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.