How to pronounce condylar
Say it like KAHN-duh-ler. Condylar has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHN).
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- KAHN
- duh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Condylar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of condylar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KON-duh-luh.
What does condylar mean?
- Relating to or resembling a condyle.“Dr. Bolognese's pioneer method of spinal fusion uses condylar screws, which minimize risk to the main vertebral structure.”
Where does condylar come from?
From condyle + -ar.
Questions about saying condylar
How do you pronounce condylar?
Say KAHN-duh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑndəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkɒndələ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in condylar?
Condylar has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHN). Broken into parts: KAHN · duh · ler.
Is condylar 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 /ˈkɒndələ/ (KON-duh-luh).