How to pronounce dithyramb
Say it like DITH-uh-ram. Dithyramb has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DITH).
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- DITH
- uh
- ram
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dithyramb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DITHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ramGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of dithyramb
American and British speakers say dithyramb in essentially the same way: /ˈdɪθəˌræm/ in the US and /ˈdɪθəˌræm/ in the UK.
British respelling: DITH-uh-ram.
What does dithyramb mean?
- A raucous and ardent choral hymn sung in ancient Athens in honor of the god Dionysus.
- A poem or oration in the same style.
- An impassioned speech; a rant.
Questions about saying dithyramb
How do you pronounce dithyramb?
Say DITH-uh-ram. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɪθəˌræm/. In British English it is /ˈdɪθəˌræm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dithyramb?
Dithyramb has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DITH). Broken into parts: DITH · uh · ram.
Do Americans and Brits say dithyramb the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdɪθəˌræm/ and the British form is /ˈdɪθəˌræm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.