How to pronounce atypical
Say it like ay-TIP-ih-kul. Atypical has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIP).
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- ay
- TIP
- ih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Atypical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- TIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of atypical
American and British speakers say atypical in essentially the same way: /ˌeɪˈtɪpɪkəl/ in the US and /eɪˈtɪpɪkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ay-TIP-ih-kul.
What does atypical mean?
- Not conforming to the normal type.
- Unusual or irregular.
- An atypical antipsychotic.
Where does atypical come from?
From a- + typical.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with atypical
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Questions about saying atypical
How do you pronounce atypical?
Say ay-TIP-ih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˌeɪˈtɪpɪkəl/. In British English it is /eɪˈtɪpɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in atypical?
Atypical has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIP). Broken into parts: ay · TIP · ih · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say atypical the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌeɪˈtɪpɪkəl/ and the British form is /eɪˈtɪpɪkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.