How to pronounce wordnik
Say it like WURD-nik. Wordnik has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURD).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce wordnik. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- WURD
- nik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wordnik pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- nikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of wordnik
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WURD-nik.
What does wordnik mean?
- A person who is highly interested in using and knowing the meanings of neologisms.
Where does wordnik come from?
Blend of word + beatnik.
Questions about saying wordnik
How do you pronounce wordnik?
Say WURD-nik. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝdnɪk/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːdnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wordnik?
Wordnik has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURD). Broken into parts: WURD · nik.
Is wordnik 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 /ˈwɜːdnɪk/ (WURD-nik).