How to pronounce chitinous
Say it like KY-tuh-nus. Chitinous has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KY).
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- KY
- tuh
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chitinous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of chitinous
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KY-tuh-nus.
What does chitinous mean?
- Made of, pertaining to, or resembling chitin.
Where does chitinous come from?
From chitin + -ous.
Questions about saying chitinous
How do you pronounce chitinous?
Say KY-tuh-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaɪtənəs/. In British English it is /ˈkaɪtənəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chitinous?
Chitinous has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KY). Broken into parts: KY · tuh · nus.
Is chitinous 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 /ˈkaɪtənəs/ (KY-tuh-nus).