How to pronounce skeuomorph
Say it like SKYOO-uh-morf. Skeuomorph has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKYOO).
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- SKYOO
- uh
- morf
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Skeuomorph pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKYOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- morfKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of skeuomorph
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKYOO-uh-mawf.
What does skeuomorph mean?
- A design feature copied from a similar feature in another object, even when not functionally necessary.
Questions about saying skeuomorph
How do you pronounce skeuomorph?
Say SKYOO-uh-morf. The American pronunciation is /ˈskjuəmɔrf/. In British English it is /ˈskjuːəmɔːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in skeuomorph?
Skeuomorph has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKYOO). Broken into parts: SKYOO · uh · morf.
Is skeuomorph 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 /ˈskjuːəmɔːf/ (SKYOO-uh-mawf).