How to pronounce preordain
Say it like pree-or-DAYN. Preordain has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DAYN).
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- pree
- or
- DAYN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preordain pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- preeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- orKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- DAYNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of preordain
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: pree-aw-DAYN.
What does preordain mean?
- To determine the fate of something in advance.
Where does preordain come from?
From pre- + ordain.
Words that rhyme with preordain
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of preordain.
Questions about saying preordain
How do you pronounce preordain?
Say pree-or-DAYN. The American pronunciation is /ˌpriɔrˈdeɪn/. In British English it is /ˌpriːɔːˈdeɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preordain?
Preordain has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DAYN). Broken into parts: pree · or · DAYN.
Is preordain 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 /ˌpriːɔːˈdeɪn/ (pree-aw-DAYN).