How to pronounce abattis
Say it like AB-uh-tus. Abattis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB).
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US American/ˈæbətəs/AB-uh-tus
UK British/ˈæbətəs/AB-uh-tus
- AB
- uh
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abattis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of abattis
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: AB-uh-tus.
What does abattis mean?
noun
- Alternative spelling of abatis.
Questions about saying abattis
How do you pronounce abattis?
Say AB-uh-tus. The American pronunciation is /ˈæbətəs/. In British English it is /ˈæbətəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abattis?
Abattis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB). Broken into parts: AB · uh · tus.
Is abattis pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈæbətəs/ (AB-uh-tus).