How to pronounce architect
Say it like AR-kuh-tekt. Architect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- kuh
- tekt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Architect pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tektGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of architect
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-kih-tekt.
What does architect mean?
- someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings)
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Questions about saying architect
How do you pronounce architect?
Say AR-kuh-tekt. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrkəˌtɛkt/. In British English it is /ˈɑːkɪˌtɛkt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in architect?
Architect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · kuh · tekt.
Is architect pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɑːkɪˌtɛkt/ (AH-kih-tekt).