How to pronounce ramie
Say it like RAM-ee. Ramie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAM).
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- RAM
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ramie pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of ramie
American and British speakers say ramie in essentially the same way: /ˈræmi/ in the US and /ˈræmi/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAM-ee.
What does ramie mean?
- A tall, tropical Asian perennial herb, of species Boehmeria nivea, cultivated for its fibrous stems.
- The fiber extracted from this plant known especially for its ability to hold shape, reduce wrinkling, and introduce a silky luster used to make textiles, fishing nets, upholstery, etc.
Where does ramie come from?
From Malay rami.
Words that rhyme with ramie
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ramie.
Questions about saying ramie
How do you pronounce ramie?
Say RAM-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈræmi/. In British English it is /ˈræmi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ramie?
Ramie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAM). Broken into parts: RAM · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say ramie the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræmi/ and the British form is /ˈræmi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.