How to pronounce wimpiness
Say it like WIM-pee-nus. Wimpiness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIM).
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- WIM
- pee
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wimpiness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of wimpiness
American and British speakers say wimpiness in essentially the same way: /ˈwɪmpinəs/ in the US and /ˈwɪmpinəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: WIM-pee-nus.
What does wimpiness mean?
- The state or condition of being wimpy.
Where does wimpiness come from?
From wimpy + -ness.
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Questions about saying wimpiness
How do you pronounce wimpiness?
Say WIM-pee-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɪmpinəs/. In British English it is /ˈwɪmpinəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wimpiness?
Wimpiness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIM). Broken into parts: WIM · pee · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say wimpiness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwɪmpinəs/ and the British form is /ˈwɪmpinəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.