How to pronounce serfdom
Say it like SERF-dum. Serfdom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SERF).
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- SERF
- dum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Serfdom pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SERFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- dumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of serfdom
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SURF-dum.
What does serfdom mean?
- The state of being a serf.
- The feudal system that includes serfs.
Where does serfdom come from?
From serf + -dom.
Questions about saying serfdom
How do you pronounce serfdom?
Say SERF-dum. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɚfdəm/. In British English it is /ˈsɜːfdəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in serfdom?
Serfdom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SERF). Broken into parts: SERF · dum.
Is serfdom 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 /ˈsɜːfdəm/ (SURF-dum).