How to Pronounce "Wednesday"
Easy
IPA
ˈwɛnzdeɪ
Syllables:
wednes·day
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What does "Wednesday" mean?
nounThe day of the week between Tuesday and Thursday.
Example:
"I always have a meeting every Wednesday to discuss our progress."
Origin of "Wednesday"
From Old English Wōdnesdæg meaning Woden day, named after the Norse god Woden (Odin).
How to Say "Wednesday"
🗣️ Step by Step
The word 'Wednesday' has three syllables: 'WEN' (sounds like WEN, rhymes with 'pen'), 'Z' (sounds like the letter Z), and 'day' (sounds like DAY). Stress the first syllable: WEN-z-day.
⚠️ Common Mistake
A common mistake is pronouncing it as 'Wed-nes-day,' adding an extra 'n' sound to the second syllable, which is incorrect.
💬 Example
I always have a meeting every Wednesday to discuss our progress.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce Wednesday?
Wednesday is pronounced ˈwɛnzdeɪ. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.
Is Wednesday hard to pronounce?
Wednesday is considered easy to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is ˈwɛnzdeɪ.