How to pronounce ascot
Say it like AS-kaht. Ascot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AS).
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- AS
- kaht
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ascot pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- kahtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of ascot
American and British speakers say ascot in essentially the same way: /ˈæˌskɑt/ in the US and /ˈæskət/ in the UK.
British respelling: AS-kut.
What does ascot mean?
- An instant, wall-mounted water heater, irrespective of brand.
Questions about saying ascot
How do you pronounce ascot?
Say AS-kaht. The American pronunciation is /ˈæˌskɑt/. In British English it is /ˈæskət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ascot?
Ascot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AS). Broken into parts: AS · kaht.
Do Americans and Brits say ascot the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæˌskɑt/ and the British form is /ˈæskət/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.