How to pronounce arete
Say it like AR-ih-tee. Arete has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- ih
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arete 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 "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of arete
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: AR-ih-tee.
What does arete mean?
- excellence, goodness; virtue.
- The proper state or condition for a human.
- Alternative spelling of arête.
Words that rhyme with arete
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of arete.
Questions about saying arete
How do you pronounce arete?
Say AR-ih-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈærɪti/. In British English it is /ˈærɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arete?
Arete has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · ih · tee.
Is arete pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈærɪti/ (AR-ih-tee).