How to pronounce seaworthy
Say it like SEE-wur-thee. Seaworthy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE).
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- SEE
- wur
- thee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Seaworthy 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.
- wurKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- theeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of seaworthy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SEE-wur-thee.
What does seaworthy mean?
- Fit for service at sea.
Where does seaworthy come from?
From sea + -worthy.
Questions about saying seaworthy
How do you pronounce seaworthy?
Say SEE-wur-thee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsiwɝði/. In British English it is /ˈsiːwɜːði/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in seaworthy?
Seaworthy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE). Broken into parts: SEE · wur · thee.
Is seaworthy 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 /ˈsiːwɜːði/ (SEE-wur-thee).