How to pronounce canthus
Say it like KAN-thus. Canthus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAN).
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- KAN
- thus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Canthus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- thusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of canthus
American and British speakers say canthus in essentially the same way: /ˈkænθəs/ in the US and /ˈkænθəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAN-thus.
What does canthus mean?
- Either corner of the eye, where the eyelids meet.
Questions about saying canthus
How do you pronounce canthus?
Say KAN-thus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkænθəs/. In British English it is /ˈkænθəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in canthus?
Canthus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAN). Broken into parts: KAN · thus.
Do Americans and Brits say canthus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkænθəs/ and the British form is /ˈkænθəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.