How to pronounce swordsman
Say it like SORDS-mun. Swordsman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SORDS).
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- SORDS
- mun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Swordsman pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SORDSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- munKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of swordsman
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAWDS-mun.
What does swordsman mean?
- A person skilled at using swords in sport or combat; a fencer.“He is a remarkable swordsman.”
- A person who fights with a sword.“Archers attempted to take down an unknown swordsman.”
Where does swordsman come from?
From sword + -s- + man.
Questions about saying swordsman
How do you pronounce swordsman?
Say SORDS-mun. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔrdsmən/. In British English it is /ˈsɔːdsmən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in swordsman?
Swordsman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SORDS). Broken into parts: SORDS · mun.
Is swordsman 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 /ˈsɔːdsmən/ (SAWDS-mun).