How to pronounce weaponry
Say it like WEP-un-ree. Weaponry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WEP).
- WEP
- un
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Weaponry pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of weaponry
American and British speakers say weaponry in essentially the same way: /ˈwɛpənri/ in the US and /ˈwɛpənri/ in the UK.
British respelling: WEP-un-ree.
What does weaponry mean?
- Weapons collectively“The army has a wide array of weaponry.”
Where does weaponry come from?
From weapon + -ry.
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Questions about saying weaponry
How do you pronounce weaponry?
Say WEP-un-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɛpənri/. In British English it is /ˈwɛpənri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in weaponry?
Weaponry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WEP). Broken into parts: WEP · un · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say weaponry the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwɛpənri/ and the British form is /ˈwɛpənri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.