How to pronounce ampersat
Say it like AM-per-sat. Ampersat has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM).
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- AM
- per
- sat
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ampersat pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- satKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of ampersat
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AM-puh-sat.
What does ampersat mean?
- The at sign (@).
Where does ampersat come from?
Blend of ampersand + at.
Questions about saying ampersat
How do you pronounce ampersat?
Say AM-per-sat. The American pronunciation is /ˈæmpɚsæt/. In British English it is /ˈæmpəsæt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ampersat?
Ampersat has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM). Broken into parts: AM · per · sat.
Is ampersat 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 /ˈæmpəsæt/ (AM-puh-sat).