How to pronounce superwave
Say it like soo-per-WAYV. Superwave has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (WAYV).
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- soo
- per
- WAYV
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Superwave pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- sooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- WAYVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of superwave
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: soo-puh-WAYV.
What does superwave mean?
- A particularly large or intense wave.
Where does superwave come from?
From super- + wave.
Words that rhyme with superwave
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of superwave.
Questions about saying superwave
How do you pronounce superwave?
Say soo-per-WAYV. The American pronunciation is /supərˈweɪv/. In British English it is /suːpəˈweɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in superwave?
Superwave has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (WAYV). Broken into parts: soo · per · WAYV.
Is superwave 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 /suːpəˈweɪv/ (soo-puh-WAYV).