How to pronounce aptitude
Say it like AP-tuh-tood. Aptitude has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AP).
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- AP
- tuh
- tood
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aptitude pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- APSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- toodGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of aptitude
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: AP-tih-tyood.
What does aptitude mean?
- A natural ability to acquire knowledge or skill.“She showed an early aptitude for mathematics.”
- The condition of being suitable.
Where does aptitude come from?
From Middle French aptitude, from Medieval Latin aptitudo, from Latin aptus (“apt, fit”).
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Questions about saying aptitude
How do you pronounce aptitude?
Say AP-tuh-tood. The American pronunciation is /ˈæptəˌtud/. In British English it is /ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aptitude?
Aptitude has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AP). Broken into parts: AP · tuh · tood.
Is aptitude pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/ (AP-tih-tyood).