How to pronounce spermous
Say it like SPUR-mus. Spermous has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPUR).
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- SPUR
- mus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spermous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- musKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of spermous
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPUR-mus.
What does spermous mean?
- Of, relating to, or resembling sperm.
Where does spermous come from?
From sperm + -ous.
Words that rhyme with spermous
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of spermous.
Questions about saying spermous
How do you pronounce spermous?
Say SPUR-mus. The American pronunciation is /ˈspɝməs/. In British English it is /ˈspɜːməs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spermous?
Spermous has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPUR). Broken into parts: SPUR · mus.
Is spermous 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 /ˈspɜːməs/ (SPUR-mus).