How to pronounce cult
Say it like KUHLT. Cult is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KUHLT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cult pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUHLTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of cult
American and British speakers say cult in essentially the same way: /kʌlt/ in the US and /kʌlt/ in the UK.
British respelling: KUHLT.
What does cult mean?
- followers of an exclusive system of beliefs and practices
- an interest followed with exaggerated zeal“he always follows the latest fads”“it was all the rage that season”
- followers of an unorthodox, extremist, or false religion or sect who often live outside of conventional society under the direction of a charismatic leader
Where does cult come from?
Derived from French culte, from Latin cultus (“care, adoration; cult”), from colō (“cultivate; protect”).
Words that rhyme with cult
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cult.
Questions about saying cult
How do you pronounce cult?
Say KUHLT. The American pronunciation is /kʌlt/. In British English it is /kʌlt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cult?
Cult is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KUHLT.
Do Americans and Brits say cult the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kʌlt/ and the British form is /kʌlt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.