How to pronounce synonyms
Say it like SIN-uh-nims. Synonyms has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIN).
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- SIN
- uh
- nims
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Synonyms pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nimsGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of synonyms
American and British speakers say synonyms in essentially the same way: /ˈsɪnəˌnɪms/ in the US and /ˈsɪnəˌnɪms/ in the UK.
British respelling: SIN-uh-nims.
What does synonyms mean?
- plural of synonym How to pronounce synonym
- third-person singular simple present indicative of synonym How to pronounce synonym
Questions about saying synonyms
How do you pronounce synonyms?
Say SIN-uh-nims. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪnəˌnɪms/. In British English it is /ˈsɪnəˌnɪms/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in synonyms?
Synonyms has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIN). Broken into parts: SIN · uh · nims.
Do Americans and Brits say synonyms the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɪnəˌnɪms/ and the British form is /ˈsɪnəˌnɪms/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.