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