How to pronounce ataraxic
Say it like at-uh-RAK-sik. Ataraxic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RAK).
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- at
- uh
- RAK
- sik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ataraxic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- atGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of ataraxic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: at-uh-RAK-sik.
What does ataraxic mean?
- Of or pertaining to ataraxia or ataraxy
- ataractic; tranquilizing
- An ataractic or tranquilizing agent.
Questions about saying ataraxic
How do you pronounce ataraxic?
Say at-uh-RAK-sik. The American pronunciation is /ˌætəˈræksɪk/. In British English it is /ˌætəˈræksɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ataraxic?
Ataraxic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RAK). Broken into parts: at · uh · RAK · sik.
Is ataraxic 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 /ˌætəˈræksɪk/ (at-uh-RAK-sik).