How to pronounce anchoretic
Say it like ang-kuh-RET-ik. Anchoretic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RET).
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- ang
- kuh
- RET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anchoretic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- angGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RETSay 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 anchoretic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ang-kuh-RET-ik.
What does anchoretic mean?
- Relating to an anchoret or hermit.
Where does anchoretic come from?
From anchoret + -ic.
Words that rhyme with anchoretic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of anchoretic.
Questions about saying anchoretic
How do you pronounce anchoretic?
Say ang-kuh-RET-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌæŋkəˈrɛtɪk/. In British English it is /ˌæŋkəˈrɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anchoretic?
Anchoretic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RET). Broken into parts: ang · kuh · RET · ik.
Is anchoretic 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 /ˌæŋkəˈrɛtɪk/ (ang-kuh-RET-ik).