How to pronounce smithery
Say it like SMITH-uh-ree. Smithery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SMITH).
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- SMITH
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Smithery pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SMITHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of smithery
American and British speakers say smithery in essentially the same way: /ˈsmɪθəri/ in the US and /ˈsmɪθəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: SMITH-uh-ree.
What does smithery mean?
- The trade or craft of a smith.
- The place where a smith works.
Where does smithery come from?
From smith + -ery.
Questions about saying smithery
How do you pronounce smithery?
Say SMITH-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈsmɪθəri/. In British English it is /ˈsmɪθəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in smithery?
Smithery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SMITH). Broken into parts: SMITH · uh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say smithery the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsmɪθəri/ and the British form is /ˈsmɪθəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.