How to pronounce semiannually
Say it like sem-ee-AN-oo-uh-lee. Semiannually has six syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AN).
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- sem
- ee
- AN
- oo
- uh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Semiannually pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- semGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of semiannually
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: sem-ee-AN-yoo-uh-lee.
What does semiannually mean?
- In a semiannual manner, twice yearly.
Where does semiannually come from?
From semi- + annually or semi- + annual + -ly.
Questions about saying semiannually
How do you pronounce semiannually?
Say sem-ee-AN-oo-uh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˌsɛmiˈænuəli/. In British English it is /ˌsɛmiˈænjuːəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in semiannually?
Semiannually has six syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AN). Broken into parts: sem · ee · AN · oo · uh · lee.
Is semiannually pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˌsɛmiˈænjuːəli/ (sem-ee-AN-yoo-uh-lee).