How to pronounce sparkliness
Say it like SPAR-klih-nus. Sparkliness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPAR).
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- SPAR
- klih
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sparkliness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- klihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sparkliness
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPAH-klih-nus.
What does sparkliness mean?
- The state or quality of being sparkly.
Where does sparkliness come from?
From sparkly + -ness.
Questions about saying sparkliness
How do you pronounce sparkliness?
Say SPAR-klih-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈspɑrklɪnəs/. In British English it is /ˈspɑːklɪnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sparkliness?
Sparkliness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPAR). Broken into parts: SPAR · klih · nus.
Is sparkliness 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 /ˈspɑːklɪnəs/ (SPAH-klih-nus).