How to pronounce regimen
Say it like REJ-uh-mun. Regimen has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REJ).
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- REJ
- uh
- mun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Regimen pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- munKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of regimen
American and British speakers say regimen in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛdʒəmən/ in the US and /ˈrɛdʒɪmən/ in the UK.
British respelling: REJ-ih-mun.
What does regimen mean?
- Orderly government; system of order; administration.
- Any regulation or remedy which is intended to produce beneficial effects by gradual operation.
- Object.
Where does regimen come from?
From Middle English regimen, from Middle French regimen and its etymon, Latin regimen (“guidance, direction, government, rule”).
Questions about saying regimen
How do you pronounce regimen?
Say REJ-uh-mun. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛdʒəmən/. In British English it is /ˈrɛdʒɪmən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in regimen?
Regimen has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REJ). Broken into parts: REJ · uh · mun.
Do Americans and Brits say regimen the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛdʒəmən/ and the British form is /ˈrɛdʒɪmən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.