How to pronounce summertime
Say it like SUHM-er-tyme. Summertime has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHM).
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- SUHM
- er
- tyme
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Summertime pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- tymeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of summertime
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SUHM-uh-tyme.
What does summertime mean?
- The period or season of summer.
Where does summertime come from?
From Middle English somertime, equivalent to summer + time.
Questions about saying summertime
How do you pronounce summertime?
Say SUHM-er-tyme. The American pronunciation is /ˈsʌmɚˌtaɪm/. In British English it is /ˈsʌməˌtaɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in summertime?
Summertime has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHM). Broken into parts: SUHM · er · tyme.
Is summertime 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 /ˈsʌməˌtaɪm/ (SUHM-uh-tyme).