How to pronounce termini
Say it like TUR-muh-ny. Termini has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR).
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- TUR
- muh
- ny
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Termini pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of termini
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUR-muh-ny.
What does termini mean?
- plural of terminus How to pronounce terminus
Where does termini come from?
Unadapted borrowing from Latin terminī, nominative plural of terminus.
Questions about saying termini
How do you pronounce termini?
Say TUR-muh-ny. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝməˌnaɪ/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːməˌnaɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in termini?
Termini has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR). Broken into parts: TUR · muh · ny.
Is termini 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 /ˈtɜːməˌnaɪ/ (TUR-muh-ny).