How to pronounce spasmoid
Say it like SPAZ-moyd. Spasmoid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPAZ).
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- SPAZ
- moyd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spasmoid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPAZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- moydKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of spasmoid
American and British speakers say spasmoid in essentially the same way: /ˈspæzmɔɪd/ in the US and /ˈspæzmɔɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: SPAZ-moyd.
What does spasmoid mean?
- Resembling or characteristic of a spasm.
Where does spasmoid come from?
From spasm + -oid.
Questions about saying spasmoid
How do you pronounce spasmoid?
Say SPAZ-moyd. The American pronunciation is /ˈspæzmɔɪd/. In British English it is /ˈspæzmɔɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spasmoid?
Spasmoid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPAZ). Broken into parts: SPAZ · moyd.
Do Americans and Brits say spasmoid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈspæzmɔɪd/ and the British form is /ˈspæzmɔɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.