How to pronounce stubbornness
Say it like STUHB-ern-nus. Stubbornness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STUHB).
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- STUHB
- ern
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stubbornness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STUHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ernKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of stubbornness
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STUHB-un-nus.
What does stubbornness mean?
- The state of being stubborn.
Where does stubbornness come from?
From stubborn + -ness.
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Questions about saying stubbornness
How do you pronounce stubbornness?
Say STUHB-ern-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈstʌbɚnnəs/. In British English it is /ˈstʌbənnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stubbornness?
Stubbornness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STUHB). Broken into parts: STUHB · ern · nus.
Is stubbornness 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 /ˈstʌbənnəs/ (STUHB-un-nus).