How to pronounce spermy
Say it like SPUR-mee. Spermy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPUR).
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- SPUR
- mee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spermy 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.
- meeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of spermy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPUR-mee.
What does spermy mean?
- Resembling or characteristic of sperm.
Where does spermy come from?
From sperm + -y.
Words that rhyme with spermy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of spermy.
Questions about saying spermy
How do you pronounce spermy?
Say SPUR-mee. The American pronunciation is /ˈspɝmi/. In British English it is /ˈspɜːmi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spermy?
Spermy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPUR). Broken into parts: SPUR · mee.
Is spermy 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 /ˈspɜːmi/ (SPUR-mee).