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How to Pronounce Aneurysm/3-syl/
/ˈæn.jə.rɪz.əm/
From Greek *aneúrysma* (a widening), from *aneurýnein* (to dilate).
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- eu - rysm
ˈæn.jə.rɪz.əm — correct
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How do you pronounce Aneurysm?
Aneurysm is pronounced /ˈæn.jə.rɪz.əm/ — "AN-eu-rysm" with primary stress on the first syllable.
How many syllables are in Aneurysm?
Aneurysm has 3 syllables: AN-eu-rysm. Stress falls on the first syllable.
Which syllable is stressed in Aneurysm?
The first syllable — "AN" — carries primary stress: /ˈæn.jə.rɪz.əm/.
Where does the word Aneurysm come from?
Aneurysm is a Greek loanword — From Greek *aneúrysma* (a widening), from *aneurýnein* (to dilate)..
Is Aneurysm pronounced the same in British, American and Australian English?
Aneurysm varies by dialect: AU /ˈæn.jə.rɪz.əm/, UK /ˈæn.jʊ.rɪz.əm/, US /ˈæn.jə.rɪz.əm/.
How can I practice pronouncing Aneurysm?
Break the word into 3 syllables and exaggerate each: AN—EU—RYSM. Stress the first syllable loudly.