How to pronounce anaesthetic
Say it like an-us-THET-ik. Anaesthetic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (THET).
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- an
- us
- THET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anaesthetic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- anGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- usKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- THETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of anaesthetic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: an-us-THET-ik.
What does anaesthetic mean?
- Alternative spelling of anesthetic.
- Alternative spelling of anesthetic.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with anaesthetic
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Words that sound like anaesthetic
Questions about saying anaesthetic
How do you pronounce anaesthetic?
Say an-us-THET-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌænəsˈθɛtɪk/. In British English it is /ˌænəsˈθɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anaesthetic?
Anaesthetic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (THET). Broken into parts: an · us · THET · ik.
Is anaesthetic 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 /ˌænəsˈθɛtɪk/ (an-us-THET-ik).
What words sound the same as anaesthetic?
Anaesthetic sounds the same as anesthetic in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.