How to pronounce seaward
Say it like SEE-werd. Seaward has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE).
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- SEE
- werd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Seaward pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- werdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of seaward
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SEE-wud.
What does seaward mean?
- Being in or facing towards the sea.“The landward side of the fort faced more dangerous guns than the seaward side, which only faced what could be put on a ship.”
- In the direction of the sea, toward the sea.“Ever the sailor's widow looked seaward, hoping to see her missing man coming home.”
Where does seaward come from?
From Middle English seaward, seward (attested only as an adjective), equivalent to sea + -ward.
Questions about saying seaward
How do you pronounce seaward?
Say SEE-werd. The American pronunciation is /ˈsiwərd/. In British English it is /ˈsiːwəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in seaward?
Seaward has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE). Broken into parts: SEE · werd.
Is seaward pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈsiːwəd/ (SEE-wud).