How to pronounce segments
Say it like SEG-munts. Segments has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEG).
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- SEG
- munts
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Segments 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.
- muntsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of segments
American and British speakers say segments in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛɡmənts/ in the US and /ˈsɛɡmənts/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEG-munts.
Other ways to say segments
Segments also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- seg-MENTS /ˌsɛɡˈmɛnts/
What does segments mean?
- plural of segment How to pronounce segment
- third-person singular simple present indicative of segment How to pronounce segment
Questions about saying segments
How do you pronounce segments?
Say SEG-munts. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛɡmənts/. In British English it is /ˈsɛɡmənts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in segments?
Segments has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEG). Broken into parts: SEG · munts.
Do Americans and Brits say segments the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛɡmənts/ and the British form is /ˈsɛɡmənts/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.