How to pronounce backthrust
Say it like BAK-thruhst. Backthrust has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAK).
- BAK
- thruhst
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Backthrust pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- thruhstGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of backthrust
American and British speakers say backthrust in essentially the same way: /ˈbækˌθrʌst/ in the US and /ˈbækˌθrʌst/ in the UK.
British respelling: BAK-thruhst.
What does backthrust mean?
- To push or drive backward with force or effort.
Where does backthrust come from?
back- + thrust
Questions about saying backthrust
How do you pronounce backthrust?
Say BAK-thruhst. The American pronunciation is /ˈbækˌθrʌst/. In British English it is /ˈbækˌθrʌst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in backthrust?
Backthrust has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAK). Broken into parts: BAK · thruhst.
Do Americans and Brits say backthrust the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbækˌθrʌst/ and the British form is /ˈbækˌθrʌst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.