How to pronounce denature
Say it like dee-NAY-cher. Denature has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAY).
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- dee
- NAY
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Denature pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- NAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of denature
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: dee-NAY-tyuh.
What does denature mean?
- To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).
- To add something to (alcohol) that makes it unsuitable for consumption but leaves it suitable for most other purposes.“While you cannot drink denatured alcohol, you can still use it to remove sticker glue from most surfaces.”
- To alter its original form or state, especially of a protein, by heat, acidity etc.
Where does denature come from?
Borrowed from French dénaturer.
Questions about saying denature
How do you pronounce denature?
Say dee-NAY-cher. The American pronunciation is /diˈneɪtʃər/. In British English it is /diːˈneɪtjə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in denature?
Denature has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAY). Broken into parts: dee · NAY · cher.
Is denature 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 /diːˈneɪtjə/ (dee-NAY-tyuh).