How to pronounce calathos
Say it like KAL-uh-thahs. Calathos has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAL).
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- KAL
- uh
- thahs
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Calathos pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- thahsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of calathos
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KAL-uh-thos.
What does calathos mean?
- A basket-like ornament in Ancient Greek architecture.
Questions about saying calathos
How do you pronounce calathos?
Say KAL-uh-thahs. The American pronunciation is /ˈkæləθɑs/. In British English it is /ˈkæləθɒs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in calathos?
Calathos has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAL). Broken into parts: KAL · uh · thahs.
Is calathos pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkæləθɒs/ (KAL-uh-thos).