How to pronounce abet
Say it like uh-BET. Abet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BET).
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- uh
- BET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of abet
American and British speakers say abet in essentially the same way: /əˈbɛt/ in the US and /əˈbɛt/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-BET.
What does abet mean?
- To incite; to assist or encourage by aid or countenance in crime.“aid and abet”
- To support, countenance, maintain, uphold, or aid (any good cause, opinion, or action).
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Words that rhyme with abet
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Questions about saying abet
How do you pronounce abet?
Say uh-BET. The American pronunciation is /əˈbɛt/. In British English it is /əˈbɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abet?
Abet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BET). Broken into parts: uh · BET.
Do Americans and Brits say abet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈbɛt/ and the British form is /əˈbɛt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.