How to pronounce ectal
Say it like EK-tul. Ectal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
- EK
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ectal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ectal
American and British speakers say ectal in essentially the same way: /ˈɛktəl/ in the US and /ˈɛktəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: EK-tul.
What does ectal mean?
- Pertaining to, or situated near, the surface; outer.
Where does ectal come from?
From ecto- + -al.
Words that rhyme with ectal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ectal.
Questions about saying ectal
How do you pronounce ectal?
Say EK-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛktəl/. In British English it is /ˈɛktəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ectal?
Ectal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · tul.
Do Americans and Brits say ectal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛktəl/ and the British form is /ˈɛktəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.