How to pronounce wordsmithing
Say it like WURD-smith-ing. Wordsmithing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURD).
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- WURD
- smith
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wordsmithing 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.
- smithGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of wordsmithing
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WURD-smih-thing.
What does wordsmithing mean?
- gerund of wordsmith: The work of a wordsmith; skilful use of words; the making of changes to a text to improve clarity and style, as opposed to content. How to pronounce wordsmith“We’ve drafted an agreement, but there’s still a bit of wordsmithing left to do.”
- present participle and gerund of wordsmith How to pronounce wordsmith
Where does wordsmithing come from?
From wordsmith (verb) + -ing.
Questions about saying wordsmithing
How do you pronounce wordsmithing?
Say WURD-smith-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝdˌsmɪθɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːdsmɪθɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wordsmithing?
Wordsmithing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURD). Broken into parts: WURD · smith · ing.
Is wordsmithing 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 /ˈwɜːdsmɪθɪŋ/ (WURD-smih-thing).