How to pronounce ductus
Say it like DUHK-tus. Ductus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHK).
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- DUHK
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ductus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ductus
American and British speakers say ductus in essentially the same way: /ˈdʌktəs/ in the US and /ˈdʌktəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: DUHK-tus.
What does ductus mean?
- The number of strokes that make up a written letter, and the direction, sequence and speed in which they are written (Compare graph; see also aspect.)
- A subtle reduction of weight towards the middle of the stroke of the letter.
- A duct, tube or canal in the body.
Where does ductus come from?
Borrowed from Latin ductus (“leading, conducting”, noun).
Questions about saying ductus
How do you pronounce ductus?
Say DUHK-tus. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌktəs/. In British English it is /ˈdʌktəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ductus?
Ductus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHK). Broken into parts: DUHK · tus.
Do Americans and Brits say ductus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʌktəs/ and the British form is /ˈdʌktəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.