How to pronounce dextrous
Say it like DEK-strus. Dextrous has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEK).
- DEK
- strus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dextrous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- strusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dextrous
American and British speakers say dextrous in essentially the same way: /ˈdɛkstrəs/ in the US and /ˈdɛkstrəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: DEK-strus.
What does dextrous mean?
- Alternative spelling of dexterous.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with dextrous
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dextrous.
Questions about saying dextrous
How do you pronounce dextrous?
Say DEK-strus. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɛkstrəs/. In British English it is /ˈdɛkstrəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dextrous?
Dextrous has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEK). Broken into parts: DEK · strus.
Do Americans and Brits say dextrous the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdɛkstrəs/ and the British form is /ˈdɛkstrəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.