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