How to pronounce queasiness
Say it like KWEE-zee-nus. Queasiness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWEE).
- KWEE
- zee
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Queasiness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- zeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of queasiness
American and British speakers say queasiness in essentially the same way: /ˈkwizinəs/ in the US and /ˈkwiːzinəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWEE-zee-nus.
What does queasiness mean?
- The state of being physically queasy; nausea.
- The state of feeling mentally queasy; squeamishness.
Where does queasiness come from?
From queasy + -ness.
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Words that rhyme with queasiness
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Questions about saying queasiness
How do you pronounce queasiness?
Say KWEE-zee-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwizinəs/. In British English it is /ˈkwiːzinəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in queasiness?
Queasiness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWEE). Broken into parts: KWEE · zee · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say queasiness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwizinəs/ and the British form is /ˈkwiːzinəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.