How to pronounce preeminence
Say it like pree-EM-ih-nuhns. Preeminence has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (EM).
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- pree
- EM
- ih
- nuhns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preeminence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- preeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- EMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nuhnsGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of preeminence
American and British speakers say preeminence in essentially the same way: /priˈɛmɪˌnəns/ in the US and /priˈɛmɪˌnəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-EM-ih-nuhns.
What does preeminence mean?
- The status of being preeminent, dominant or ascendant.
- High importance; superiority.
Where does preeminence come from?
From Latin praeēminēntia.
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Questions about saying preeminence
How do you pronounce preeminence?
Say pree-EM-ih-nuhns. The American pronunciation is /priˈɛmɪˌnəns/. In British English it is /priˈɛmɪˌnəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preeminence?
Preeminence has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (EM). Broken into parts: pree · EM · ih · nuhns.
Do Americans and Brits say preeminence the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /priˈɛmɪˌnəns/ and the British form is /priˈɛmɪˌnəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.