How to pronounce showtime
Say it like SHOH-tyme. Showtime has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHOH).
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- SHOH
- tyme
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Showtime pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- tymeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of showtime
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: SHOH-tyme.
What does showtime mean?
- The time at which an entertainment event is set to begin.
- The time for action.
- A declaration that something is about to happen, particularly that the person speaking is about to act.
Where does showtime come from?
From show + time.
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Questions about saying showtime
How do you pronounce showtime?
Say SHOH-tyme. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃoʊˌtaɪm/. In British English it is /ˈʃəʊˌtaɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in showtime?
Showtime has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHOH). Broken into parts: SHOH · tyme.
Is showtime pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈʃəʊˌtaɪm/ (SHOH-tyme).