How to pronounce antiseptic
Say it like an-tuh-SEP-tik. Antiseptic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEP).
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US American/ˌæntəˈsɛptɪk/an-tuh-SEP-tik
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- an
- tuh
- SEP
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Antiseptic 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SEPSay 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.
What does antiseptic mean?
adjective
- Of or relating to antisepsis or the use of antiseptics.
- Capable of preventing microbial infection.
- Very clean; aseptic.
- Any substance that inhibits the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. Generally includes only those that are used on living objects (as opposed to disinfectants) and aren't transported by the lymphatic system to destroy bacteria in the body (as opposed to antibiotics).
Where does antiseptic come from?
From anti- + septic.
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Questions about saying antiseptic
How do you pronounce antiseptic?
Say an-tuh-SEP-tik. The American pronunciation is /ˌæntəˈsɛptɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in antiseptic?
Antiseptic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEP). Broken into parts: an · tuh · SEP · tik.