How to pronounce primrose
Say it like PRIM-rohz. Primrose has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRIM).
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- PRIM
- rohz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Primrose pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- rohzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of primrose
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PRIM-rohz.
What does primrose mean?
- A flowering plant of the genus Primula.
- Specifically, the species Primula acaulis (syn. Primula vulgaris), also called common primrose.
- A plant of the family Primulaceae.
- Of a light yellow color.
- To pick primroses.“We went primrosing on Sunday and returned with a full basket.”
Where does primrose come from?
From Middle English primerose, from Old French primerose, from Medieval Latin prima (“first”) + rosa (“rose”).
Questions about saying primrose
How do you pronounce primrose?
Say PRIM-rohz. The American pronunciation is /ˈprɪmroʊz/. In British English it is /ˈprɪmrəʊz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in primrose?
Primrose has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRIM). Broken into parts: PRIM · rohz.
Is primrose pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈprɪmrəʊz/ (PRIM-rohz).