How to pronounce aplatonic
Say it like ay-pluh-TON-ik. Aplatonic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TON).
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- ay
- pluh
- TON
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aplatonic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- pluhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of aplatonic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: ay-pluh-TON-ik.
What does aplatonic mean?
- That feels little or no platonic attraction to others and/or desire for queerplatonic relationships.
- One who does not experience platonic attraction to others.
Where does aplatonic come from?
From a- + platonic. Compare asocial and aromantic.
Words that rhyme with aplatonic
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Questions about saying aplatonic
How do you pronounce aplatonic?
Say ay-pluh-TON-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌeɪpləˈtɑnɪk/. In British English it is /ˌeɪpləˈtɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aplatonic?
Aplatonic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TON). Broken into parts: ay · pluh · TON · ik.
Is aplatonic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌeɪpləˈtɒnɪk/ (ay-pluh-TON-ik).