How to pronounce Pneumonia in English

Pneumonia is pronounced noo-MOHN-yə (IPA /nuːˈmoʊnjə/). Silent 'p' — start with 'noo' as in 'new'.

IPA: /nuːˈmoʊnjə/

Syllables: noo · MOHN · yə

Common ESL mistake: Learners pronounce the initial 'p' saying 'puh-new-MOH-nee-uh'.

Tip: Silent 'p' — start with 'noo' as in 'new'.

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