How to pronounce costal
Say it like KOS-tul. Costal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOS).
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- KOS
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Costal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of costal
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOS-tul.
What does costal mean?
- Pertaining to a rib.
- Pertaining to a costa.
- Pertaining to the costa or to the wing areas next to it.
Where does costal come from?
From French costal and its etymon Medieval Latin costālis, from Latin costa (“rib”).
Words that rhyme with costal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of costal.
Questions about saying costal
How do you pronounce costal?
Say KOS-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑstəl/. In British English it is /ˈkɒstəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in costal?
Costal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOS). Broken into parts: KOS · tul.
Is costal 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 /ˈkɒstəl/ (KOS-tul).