How to pronounce anorectic
Say it like an-uh-REK-tik. Anorectic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REK).
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- an
- uh
- REK
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anorectic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- anKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- REKSay 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 anorectic
American and British speakers say anorectic in essentially the same way: /ænəˈrɛktɪk/ in the US and /ænəˈrɛktɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: an-uh-REK-tik.
What does anorectic mean?
- Characterised by a lack of appetite, especially as suffering from anorexia nervosa.
- Causing a loss of appetite.“anorectic agents”
- A person suffering from anorexia nervosa; an anorexic.
- A drug or dietary supplement that reduces the appetite so as to promote weight loss.“stimulants and anorectics”
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Words that rhyme with anorectic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of anorectic.
Questions about saying anorectic
How do you pronounce anorectic?
Say an-uh-REK-tik. The American pronunciation is /ænəˈrɛktɪk/. In British English it is /ænəˈrɛktɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anorectic?
Anorectic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REK). Broken into parts: an · uh · REK · tik.
Do Americans and Brits say anorectic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ænəˈrɛktɪk/ and the British form is /ænəˈrɛktɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.