How to pronounce serenade
Say it like ser-uh-NAYD. Serenade has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NAYD).
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- ser
- uh
- NAYD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Serenade pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- serGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NAYDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
What does serenade mean?
- A love song that is sung directly to one's love interest, especially one performed below the window of a loved one in the evening.
- An instrumental composition in several movements.““Eine kleine Nachtmusik” is a well-known serenade written by Mozart.”
- To sing or play a serenade for (someone).
- To woo someone.
Where does serenade come from?
Borrowed from French sérénade, from Italian serenata, from the past participle of serenare, from Latin serenare, from serenus (“calm”), of uncertain origin (see there).
Words that rhyme with serenade
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Questions about saying serenade
How do you pronounce serenade?
Say ser-uh-NAYD. The American pronunciation is /ˌsɛrəˈneɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in serenade?
Serenade has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NAYD). Broken into parts: ser · uh · NAYD.