How to pronounce Phenomenon in English

Phenomenon is pronounced fə-NOM-ə-nahn (IPA /fəˈnɑːmənɑːn/). Stress 'NOM' in the second syllable; end with 'nahn', not 'non'.

IPA: /fəˈnɑːmənɑːn/

Syllables: fə · NOM · ə · nahn

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'fee-no-MEE-non' with wrong vowels and stress.

Tip: Stress 'NOM' in the second syllable; end with 'nahn', not 'non'.

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