How to pronounce semeion
Say it like sih-MY-on. Semeion has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MY).
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- sih
- MY
- on
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Semeion pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- sihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- MYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- onKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of semeion
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: sih-MY-on.
What does semeion mean?
- A unit of time, a division of a foot; a mora.
- A mark in paleography indicating metrical or other divisions.
- A symbol in ancient art associated with the gods and resembling a Roman military standard.
Words that rhyme with semeion
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of semeion.
Questions about saying semeion
How do you pronounce semeion?
Say sih-MY-on. The American pronunciation is /sɪˈmaɪɑn/. In British English it is /sɪˈmaɪɒn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in semeion?
Semeion has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MY). Broken into parts: sih · MY · on.
Is semeion pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /sɪˈmaɪɒn/ (sih-MY-on).