How to pronounce sheikdom
Say it like SHEEK-dum. Sheikdom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHEEK).
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- SHEEK
- dum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sheikdom pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHEEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- dumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sheikdom
American and British speakers say sheikdom in essentially the same way: /ˈʃikdəm/ in the US and /ˈʃeɪkdəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: SHAYK-dum.
What does sheikdom mean?
- The domain ruled by a sheik.
Where does sheikdom come from?
From sheik + -dom.
Questions about saying sheikdom
How do you pronounce sheikdom?
Say SHEEK-dum. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃikdəm/. In British English it is /ˈʃeɪkdəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sheikdom?
Sheikdom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHEEK). Broken into parts: SHEEK · dum.
Do Americans and Brits say sheikdom the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʃikdəm/ and the British form is /ˈʃeɪkdəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.