How to pronounce smeg
Say it like SMEG. Smeg is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- SMEG
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Smeg pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SMEGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of smeg
American and British speakers say smeg in essentially the same way: /smɛɡ/ in the US and /smɛɡ/ in the UK.
British respelling: SMEG.
What does smeg mean?
- Used as a swear word.
- To mess up.
Where does smeg come from?
A clipping of smegma, popularized by the British sitcom Red Dwarf.
Words that rhyme with smeg
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of smeg.
Questions about saying smeg
How do you pronounce smeg?
Say SMEG. The American pronunciation is /smɛɡ/. In British English it is /smɛɡ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in smeg?
Smeg is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: SMEG.
Do Americans and Brits say smeg the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /smɛɡ/ and the British form is /smɛɡ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.