How to pronounce powerpoint
Say it like POW-er-poynt. Powerpoint has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (POW).
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- POW
- er
- poynt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Powerpoint pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- POWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- poyntGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of powerpoint
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: POW-uh-poynt.
What does powerpoint mean?
- An electronic slide presentation.
Where does powerpoint come from?
From PowerPoint, trademarked brand of presentation software.
Questions about saying powerpoint
How do you pronounce powerpoint?
Say POW-er-poynt. The American pronunciation is /ˈpaʊɚˌpɔɪnt/. In British English it is /ˈpaʊəˌpɔɪnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in powerpoint?
Powerpoint has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (POW). Broken into parts: POW · er · poynt.
Is powerpoint 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 /ˈpaʊəˌpɔɪnt/ (POW-uh-poynt).