How to pronounce attaint
Say it like uh-TAYNT. Attaint has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAYNT).
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- uh
- TAYNT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Attaint 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.
- TAYNTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of attaint
American and British speakers say attaint in essentially the same way: /əˈteɪnt/ in the US and /əˈteɪnt/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-TAYNT.
What does attaint mean?
- A wound on the leg of a horse caused by a blow.
Where does attaint come from?
From Middle English atteinte, from Old French ateint, past participle of ateindre; in some senses influenced by taint.
Words that rhyme with attaint
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of attaint.
Questions about saying attaint
How do you pronounce attaint?
Say uh-TAYNT. The American pronunciation is /əˈteɪnt/. In British English it is /əˈteɪnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in attaint?
Attaint has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAYNT). Broken into parts: uh · TAYNT.
Do Americans and Brits say attaint the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈteɪnt/ and the British form is /əˈteɪnt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.