How to pronounce bisector
Say it like BY-sek-ter. Bisector has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BY).
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- BY
- sek
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bisector pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- sekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of bisector
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BY-sek-tuh.
What does bisector mean?
- A line or curve that bisects or divides a line segment, angle, or other figure into two equal parts.“South Street is the bisector of Broken Dreams Boulevard.”
Where does bisector come from?
From bisect + -or.
Questions about saying bisector
How do you pronounce bisector?
Say BY-sek-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈbaɪˌsɛktɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbaɪˌsɛktə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bisector?
Bisector has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BY). Broken into parts: BY · sek · ter.
Is bisector pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈbaɪˌsɛktə/ (BY-sek-tuh).