How to pronounce sigma
Say it like SIG-muh. Sigma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIG).
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- SIG
- muh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sigma pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SIGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sigma
American and British speakers say sigma in essentially the same way: /ˈsɪɡmə/ in the US and /ˈsɪɡmə/ in the UK.
British respelling: SIG-muh.
What does sigma mean?
- the 18th letter of the Greek alphabet
Words that rhyme with sigma
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sigma.
Questions about saying sigma
How do you pronounce sigma?
Say SIG-muh. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪɡmə/. In British English it is /ˈsɪɡmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sigma?
Sigma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIG). Broken into parts: SIG · muh.
Do Americans and Brits say sigma the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɪɡmə/ and the British form is /ˈsɪɡmə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.