How to pronounce concordant
Say it like kung-KOR-dunt. Concordant has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOR).
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- kung
- KOR
- dunt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Concordant pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kungKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- duntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of concordant
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kung-KAW-dunt.
What does concordant mean?
- Agreeing or harmonious; consistent (with).
- Intruding parallel to the bedding.
- Preserving the sign.
Where does concordant come from?
French concordant, from Latin concordans, present participle of concordare.
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Questions about saying concordant
How do you pronounce concordant?
Say kung-KOR-dunt. The American pronunciation is /kəŋˈkɔrdənt/. In British English it is /kəŋˈkɔːdənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in concordant?
Concordant has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOR). Broken into parts: kung · KOR · dunt.
Is concordant 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 /kəŋˈkɔːdənt/ (kung-KAW-dunt).