How to pronounce sublime
Say it like suh-BLYME. Sublime has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLYME).
- suh
- BLYME
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sublime pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BLYMESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of sublime
American and British speakers say sublime in essentially the same way: /səˈblaɪm/ in the US and /səˈblaɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: suh-BLYME.
What does sublime mean?
- To heat (a substance) in a container so as to convert it into a gas which then condenses in solid form on cooler parts of the container; (generally) to change (a solid substance) into a gas without breaking down or passing through the liquid state by heating it gently.
- To raise (someone or an intangible thing) to a state of (especially moral or spiritual) excellence; to exalt.
- Of a substance: to change from a solid into a gas without passing through the liquid state, with or without being heated.
- Of an aspect of art or nature: causing awe or deep respect due to its beauty or magnificence; awe-inspiring, impressive.“sublime scenery”
- Of flight: ascending, soaring.
- Of an idea or other thing: requiring great intellectual effort to appreciate or understand; very elevated, refined, or subtle.
- An aspect of art or nature which causes awe or deep respect due to its beauty or magnificence; hence, the great beauty or magnificence of a place, a thing, etc.
- A style of language or writing which expresses opinions in a grand way.
- That which is intellectually, morally, or spiritually superior in human life or human nature.
Where does sublime come from?
* Spanish sublimar
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Questions about saying sublime
How do you pronounce sublime?
Say suh-BLYME. The American pronunciation is /səˈblaɪm/. In British English it is /səˈblaɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sublime?
Sublime has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLYME). Broken into parts: suh · BLYME.
Do Americans and Brits say sublime the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /səˈblaɪm/ and the British form is /səˈblaɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.