How to pronounce acapsular
Say it like ay-KAP-suh-ler. Acapsular has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAP).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˌeɪˈkæpsəlɚ/ay-KAP-suh-ler
UK British/ˌeɪˈkæpsələ/ay-KAP-suh-luh
- ay
- KAP
- suh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acapsular pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- KAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of acapsular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ay-KAP-suh-luh.
What does acapsular mean?
adjective
- Having no capsule.
Where does acapsular come from?
From a- + capsular.
Questions about saying acapsular
How do you pronounce acapsular?
Say ay-KAP-suh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˌeɪˈkæpsəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˌeɪˈkæpsələ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acapsular?
Acapsular has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAP). Broken into parts: ay · KAP · suh · ler.
Is acapsular 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 /ˌeɪˈkæpsələ/ (ay-KAP-suh-luh).