How to pronounce allergist
Say it like AL-er-just. Allergist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- er
- just
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allergist 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.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- justKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of allergist
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AL-uh-just.
What does allergist mean?
- A doctor who specializes in the treatment of allergies.
Where does allergist come from?
From allergy + -ist.
Questions about saying allergist
How do you pronounce allergist?
Say AL-er-just. The American pronunciation is /ˈælɚdʒəst/. In British English it is /ˈælədʒəst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allergist?
Allergist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · er · just.
Is allergist 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 /ˈælədʒəst/ (AL-uh-just).