How to pronounce signature
Say it like SIG-nuh-cher. Signature has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIG).
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- SIG
- nuh
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Signature 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.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of signature
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SIG-nuh-chuh.
What does signature mean?
- your name written in your own handwriting
- a distinguishing style“this room needs a woman's touch”
- a melody used to identify a performer or a dance band or radio/tv program
Where does signature come from?
Borrowed from Middle French signature, or from Medieval Latin signātūra, future active periphrastic of verb signāre from signum (“sign”), + -tūra, feminine of -tūrus, future active periphrastic suffix.
Questions about saying signature
How do you pronounce signature?
Say SIG-nuh-cher. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪɡnətʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsɪɡnətʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in signature?
Signature has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIG). Broken into parts: SIG · nuh · cher.
Is signature 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 /ˈsɪɡnətʃə/ (SIG-nuh-chuh).