How to pronounce sameness
Say it like SAYM-nus. Sameness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAYM).
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- SAYM
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sameness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAYMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sameness
American and British speakers say sameness in essentially the same way: /ˈseɪmnəs/ in the US and /ˈseɪmnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: SAYM-nus.
What does sameness mean?
- The quality of being the same; identity.
- The state of being equivalent; equality.
- A tiring lack of variety; monotony.
Where does sameness come from?
From same + -ness.
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Questions about saying sameness
How do you pronounce sameness?
Say SAYM-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈseɪmnəs/. In British English it is /ˈseɪmnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sameness?
Sameness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAYM). Broken into parts: SAYM · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say sameness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈseɪmnəs/ and the British form is /ˈseɪmnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.