How to pronounce minute
noun A period of sixty seconds.
Written sound guide
MINit
Nora’s AI voice uses natural Indian English. Written guides are approximate and may differ from Nora’s pronunciation. CAPITAL letters mark the strongest syllable.
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Break it down.
Give MIN the strongest beat
Use the short i in sit in both syllables. This time word is not my-NOOT.
01MINStrongest beat
02itLighter beat
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Try a whole sentence.
“Please wait a minute.”Your turn
A little out-loud practice.
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Say minute slowly. Give MIN the strongest beat.
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Read the example sentence at a comfortable pace.
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Look away from the screen. Make your own sentence with minute.
What should I check?
Use the short i in sit in both syllables. This time word is not my-NOOT. Focus on one small adjustment, then try again. This is self-guided practice; the page does not record or score your voice.
