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How to Pronounce Huawei/2-syl/
/ˈhwɑː.weɪ/
From Chinese 华为 — *huá* (magnificent) + *wéi* (achievement). Chinese tech company, est. 1987.
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24-BIT · 48 KHZ
·HUA·
WEI
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Common mistakes 1 variants
HUA
- wei
ˈhwɑː.weɪ — correct
Frequently asked questions 6
How do you pronounce Huawei?
Huawei is pronounced /ˈhwɑː.weɪ/ — "HUA-wei" with primary stress on the first syllable.
How many syllables are in Huawei?
Huawei has 2 syllables: HUA-wei. Stress falls on the first syllable.
Which syllable is stressed in Huawei?
The first syllable — "HUA" — carries primary stress: /ˈhwɑː.weɪ/.
Where does the word Huawei come from?
Huawei is a Chinese loanword — From Chinese 华为 — *huá* (magnificent) + *wéi* (achievement). Chinese tech company, est. 1987..
Is Huawei pronounced the same in British, American and Australian English?
Huawei is pronounced the same in all major English dialects.
How can I practice pronouncing Huawei?
Break the word into 2 syllables and exaggerate each: HUA—WEI. Stress the first syllable loudly.