How to pronounce distinctness
Say it like dis-TINGKT-nus. Distinctness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TINGKT).
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- dis
- TINGKT
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Distinctness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- disGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TINGKTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of distinctness
American and British speakers say distinctness in essentially the same way: /ˌdɪˈstɪŋktnəs/ in the US and /ˌdɪˈstɪŋktnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: dis-TINGKT-nus.
What does distinctness mean?
- The property or degree of being distinct.
Where does distinctness come from?
From distinct + -ness.
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Questions about saying distinctness
How do you pronounce distinctness?
Say dis-TINGKT-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˌdɪˈstɪŋktnəs/. In British English it is /ˌdɪˈstɪŋktnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in distinctness?
Distinctness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TINGKT). Broken into parts: dis · TINGKT · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say distinctness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌdɪˈstɪŋktnəs/ and the British form is /ˌdɪˈstɪŋktnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.