How to pronounce dulcet
Say it like DUHL-sit. Dulcet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHL).
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- DUHL
- sit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dulcet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- sitKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of dulcet
American and British speakers say dulcet in essentially the same way: /ˈdʌlsɪt/ in the US and /ˈdʌlsɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: DUHL-sit.
What does dulcet mean?
- Sweet, especially when describing voice or tones; melodious.
- Generally pleasing; agreeable.
Where does dulcet come from?
From Middle English doucet, from Old French doucet, from dulz, dulce (“sweet, pleasant”) + diminutive -et, from Latin dulcis (“sweet, pleasant”).
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Questions about saying dulcet
How do you pronounce dulcet?
Say DUHL-sit. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌlsɪt/. In British English it is /ˈdʌlsɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dulcet?
Dulcet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHL). Broken into parts: DUHL · sit.
Do Americans and Brits say dulcet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʌlsɪt/ and the British form is /ˈdʌlsɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.