How to pronounce analeptic
Say it like an-uh-LEP-tik. Analeptic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEP).
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- an
- uh
- LEP
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Analeptic 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of analeptic
American and British speakers say analeptic in essentially the same way: /ˌænəˈlɛptɪk/ in the US and /ˌænəˈlɛptɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: an-uh-LEP-tik.
What does analeptic mean?
- That restores or stimulates health.
- Of or relating to analepsis (a form of flashback).
- A restorative or stimulative medication, especially one used to overcome depression.
Where does analeptic come from?
From ana- + -leptic.
Words that rhyme with analeptic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of analeptic.
Questions about saying analeptic
How do you pronounce analeptic?
Say an-uh-LEP-tik. The American pronunciation is /ˌænəˈlɛptɪk/. In British English it is /ˌænəˈlɛptɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in analeptic?
Analeptic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEP). Broken into parts: an · uh · LEP · tik.
Do Americans and Brits say analeptic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌænəˈlɛptɪk/ and the British form is /ˌænəˈlɛptɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.