How to pronounce acatalytic
Say it like ay-kat-uh-LIT-ik. Acatalytic has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (LIT).
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- ay
- kat
- uh
- LIT
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acatalytic 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.
- katKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of acatalytic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ay-kat-uh-LIT-ik.
What does acatalytic mean?
- Not involving or exhibiting catalysis; lacking catalytic activity.
Where does acatalytic come from?
From a- + catalytic.
Words that rhyme with acatalytic
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Questions about saying acatalytic
How do you pronounce acatalytic?
Say ay-kat-uh-LIT-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌeɪkætəˈlɪtɪk/. In British English it is /ˌeɪkætəˈlɪtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acatalytic?
Acatalytic has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (LIT). Broken into parts: ay · kat · uh · LIT · ik.
Is acatalytic 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 /ˌeɪkætəˈlɪtɪk/ (ay-kat-uh-LIT-ik).