How to pronounce abortee
Say it like uh-bor-TEE. Abortee has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TEE).
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- uh
- bor
- TEE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abortee 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.
- borKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- TEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of abortee
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-bor-TEE.
What does abortee mean?
- That which was aborted.
- A pregnant woman who has an abortion.
Where does abortee come from?
From abort + -ee.
Words that rhyme with abortee
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of abortee.
Questions about saying abortee
How do you pronounce abortee?
Say uh-bor-TEE. The American pronunciation is /əbɔrˈti/. In British English it is /əbɔːrˈti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abortee?
Abortee has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TEE). Broken into parts: uh · bor · TEE.
Is abortee pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /əbɔːrˈti/ (uh-bor-TEE).