How do you pronounce "sinewy"?

In American English: /ˈsɪnjuːi/ (SINY-oo-ee). In British English: /sˈɪnjuːi/ (S-iny-oo). In Canadian English: /ˈsɪnjuːi/ (SINY-oo-ee). In Australian English: /sˈɪnjuːi/ (S-iny-oo).

Is "sinewy" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈsɪnjuːi/ (SINY-oo-ee), while in British English it's /sˈɪnjuːi/ (S-iny-oo).

How to Pronounce "sinewy"

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sinewy

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/ˈsɪnjuːi/

SINY-oo-ee

Syllable Breakdown

sɪnjs·uːin·iewy

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