How to pronounce constants
Say it like KAHN-stunts. Constants has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHN).
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- KAHN
- stunts
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Constants 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.
- stuntsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of constants
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KON-stunts.
What does constants mean?
- plural of constant How to pronounce constant
Questions about saying constants
How do you pronounce constants?
Say KAHN-stunts. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑnstənts/. In British English it is /ˈkɒnstənts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in constants?
Constants has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHN). Broken into parts: KAHN · stunts.
Is constants pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkɒnstənts/ (KON-stunts).