How to pronounce semipermanent
Say it like sem-ee-PUR-muh-nunt. Semipermanent has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PUR).
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- sem
- ee
- PUR
- muh
- nunt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Semipermanent 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.
- PURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nuntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of semipermanent
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: sem-ee-PUR-muh-nunt.
What does semipermanent mean?
- Neither temporary nor entirely permanent; of indefinite duration.
Where does semipermanent come from?
From semi- + permanent.
Questions about saying semipermanent
How do you pronounce semipermanent?
Say sem-ee-PUR-muh-nunt. The American pronunciation is /ˌsɛmiˈpɝmənənt/. In British English it is /ˌsɛmiˈpɜːmənənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in semipermanent?
Semipermanent has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PUR). Broken into parts: sem · ee · PUR · muh · nunt.
Is semipermanent 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 /ˌsɛmiˈpɜːmənənt/ (sem-ee-PUR-muh-nunt).