How to pronounce seg
Say it like SEG. Seg is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- SEG
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Seg pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of seg
American and British speakers say seg in essentially the same way: /sɛɡ/ in the US and /sɛɡ/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEG.
What does seg mean?
- Segregation.
- Designated for people of color“Black members of the order were relegated to seg lodges.”
- A shoe protector (metal stud or plate affixed to the sole or heel of a shoe to prevent excessive wear).
Where does seg come from?
Clipping of segregation.
Words that rhyme with seg
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of seg.
Words that sound like seg
Questions about saying seg
How do you pronounce seg?
Say SEG. The American pronunciation is /sɛɡ/. In British English it is /sɛɡ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in seg?
Seg is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: SEG.
Do Americans and Brits say seg the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /sɛɡ/ and the British form is /sɛɡ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as seg?
Seg sounds the same as segue in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.