How to pronounce aseptic
Say it like uh-SEP-tik. Aseptic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEP).
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- uh
- SEP
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aseptic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of aseptic
American and British speakers say aseptic in essentially the same way: /əˈsɛptɪk/ in the US and /əˈsɛptɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-SEP-tik.
What does aseptic mean?
- Free of disease-causing microbes.“The lack of aseptic tools during surgery has resulted in many deaths.”
- Used to protect against infection by disease-causing microbes.“Pharmaceuticals are packaged using aseptic techniques.”
- pasteurised.
- An antiseptic.
Where does aseptic come from?
From a- + septic.
Words that rhyme with aseptic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aseptic.
Questions about saying aseptic
How do you pronounce aseptic?
Say uh-SEP-tik. The American pronunciation is /əˈsɛptɪk/. In British English it is /əˈsɛptɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aseptic?
Aseptic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEP). Broken into parts: uh · SEP · tik.
Do Americans and Brits say aseptic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈsɛptɪk/ and the British form is /əˈsɛptɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.