How to pronounce ablute
Say it like uh-BLOOT. Ablute has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLOOT).
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- uh
- BLOOT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ablute 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.
- BLOOTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of ablute
American and British speakers say ablute in essentially the same way: /əˈblut/ in the US and /əˈbluːt/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-BLOOT.
What does ablute mean?
- To wash oneself.
- To wash.
Where does ablute come from?
Back-formation from ablution.
Words that rhyme with ablute
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ablute.
Questions about saying ablute
How do you pronounce ablute?
Say uh-BLOOT. The American pronunciation is /əˈblut/. In British English it is /əˈbluːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ablute?
Ablute has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLOOT). Broken into parts: uh · BLOOT.
Do Americans and Brits say ablute the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈblut/ and the British form is /əˈbluːt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.