How to pronounce alcotest
Say it like AL-kuh-test. Alcotest has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- kuh
- test
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alcotest pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- testGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of alcotest
American and British speakers say alcotest in essentially the same way: /ˈælkəˌtɛst/ in the US and /ˈælkəˌtɛst/ in the UK.
British respelling: AL-kuh-test.
What does alcotest mean?
- An alcohol test; the measurement of the blood alcohol level.
Where does alcotest come from?
Blend of alcohol + test.
Questions about saying alcotest
How do you pronounce alcotest?
Say AL-kuh-test. The American pronunciation is /ˈælkəˌtɛst/. In British English it is /ˈælkəˌtɛst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alcotest?
Alcotest has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · kuh · test.
Do Americans and Brits say alcotest the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈælkəˌtɛst/ and the British form is /ˈælkəˌtɛst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.