How to pronounce betamax
Say it like BAY-tuh-maks. Betamax has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAY).
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- BAY
- tuh
- maks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Betamax pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- maksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of betamax
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: BAY-tuh-maks.
What does betamax mean?
- a Betamax (videocassette tape)
- coagulated chicken blood that is boiled, cut in to cubes, skewered and grilled to be sold as a street food
Where does betamax come from?
Genericized trademark from Betamax.
Questions about saying betamax
How do you pronounce betamax?
Say BAY-tuh-maks. The American pronunciation is /ˈbeɪtəmæks/. In British English it is /ˈbeɪtəmæks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in betamax?
Betamax has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAY). Broken into parts: BAY · tuh · maks.
Is betamax 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 /ˈbeɪtəmæks/ (BAY-tuh-maks).