How to pronounce prelim
Say it like pree-LIM. Prelim has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LIM).
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- pree
- LIM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prelim 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.
- LIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of prelim
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1.
British respelling: PREE-lim.
What does prelim mean?
- Preliminary.
- Something preliminary, such as a trial, report, race, etc.
- The preliminary front matter of a book; all content preceding the main text or work itself.
Words that rhyme with prelim
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of prelim.
Questions about saying prelim
How do you pronounce prelim?
Say pree-LIM. The American pronunciation is /priˈlɪm/. In British English it is /ˈpriːlɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prelim?
Prelim has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LIM). Broken into parts: pree · LIM.
Is prelim pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1. The British form is /ˈpriːlɪm/ (PREE-lim).