How to pronounce cochlear
Say it like KOH-klee-er. Cochlear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH).
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- KOH
- klee
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cochlear pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of cochlear
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KOK-lee-uh.
What does cochlear mean?
- Of or pertaining to the cochlea.
Where does cochlear come from?
From cochlea + -ar.
Questions about saying cochlear
How do you pronounce cochlear?
Say KOH-klee-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈkoʊkliɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkɒkliə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cochlear?
Cochlear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH). Broken into parts: KOH · klee · er.
Is cochlear pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɒkliə/ (KOK-lee-uh).