How to pronounce cautel
Say it like KAW-tul. Cautel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAW).
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- KAW
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cautel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cautel
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KAW-tul.
What does cautel mean?
- A traditional caution or written direction about the proper manner of administering the sacraments.
Where does cautel come from?
From Latin cautēla, from cautus, past participle of caveō.
Questions about saying cautel
How do you pronounce cautel?
Say KAW-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔtəl/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːtəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cautel?
Cautel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAW). Broken into parts: KAW · tul.
Is cautel 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 /ˈkɔːtəl/ (KAW-tul).