How to Pronounce “magnitude”
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- American (US)
- /ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/
- British (UK)
- /ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/
What “magnitude” means
noun — The absolute or relative size, extent or importance of something.
Pronunciation Notes
The final e is silent. The transcription /ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “magnitude” is not pronounced.
Where the stress falls. “magnitude” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "magnitude" mean?
magnitude (noun): The absolute or relative size, extent or importance of something.
How do you pronounce "magnitude" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "magnitude", /ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "magnitude"?
/ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/ in American English, /ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "magnitude"?
“magnitude” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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