How to pronounce vernix
Say it like VUR-niks. Vernix has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VUR).
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- VUR
- niks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vernix pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- niksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of vernix
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: VUR-niks.
What does vernix mean?
- Vernix caseosa; a fatty deposit covering the skin of newborn babies.
Where does vernix come from?
Derived from Medieval Latin vernix (“varnish”).
Questions about saying vernix
How do you pronounce vernix?
Say VUR-niks. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɝnɪks/. In British English it is /ˈvɜːnɪks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vernix?
Vernix has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VUR). Broken into parts: VUR · niks.
Is vernix 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 /ˈvɜːnɪks/ (VUR-niks).