How to pronounce wormlike
Say it like WURM-lyke. Wormlike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURM).
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- WURM
- lyke
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wormlike pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- lykeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of wormlike
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WURM-lyke.
What does wormlike mean?
- Resembling or characteristic of a worm.“The plastic fishing lure was remarkably wormlike.”
- Having a smoothly curved form when heated.
Where does wormlike come from?
From worm + -like.
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Questions about saying wormlike
How do you pronounce wormlike?
Say WURM-lyke. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝmˌlaɪk/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːmˌlaɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wormlike?
Wormlike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURM). Broken into parts: WURM · lyke.
Is wormlike 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 /ˈwɜːmˌlaɪk/ (WURM-lyke).