How to pronounce citadel
Say it like SIT-uh-del. Citadel has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIT).
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- SIT
- uh
- del
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Citadel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- delGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of citadel
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SIT-uh-del.
What does citadel mean?
- A strong fortress that sits high above a city.
- A stronghold or fortified place.
- An armored portion of a warship, housing important equipment.
Where does citadel come from?
From French citadelle, from Italian cittadella, diminutive of città (“city”), from Latin cīvitās.
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Questions about saying citadel
How do you pronounce citadel?
Say SIT-uh-del. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪtəˌdɛl/. In British English it is /ˈsɪtəˌdɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in citadel?
Citadel has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIT). Broken into parts: SIT · uh · del.
Is citadel 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 /ˈsɪtəˌdɛl/ (SIT-uh-del).