How to pronounce ectypal
Say it like ek-TY-pul. Ectypal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TY).
- ek
- TY
- pul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ectypal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ekKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- TYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- pulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ectypal
American and British speakers say ectypal in essentially the same way: /ɛkˈtaɪpəl/ in the US and /ɛkˈtaɪpəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ek-TY-pul.
What does ectypal mean?
- Copied, as contrasted with an archetypal original.
- Corresponding to external reality.
Where does ectypal come from?
From ectype + -al.
Words that rhyme with ectypal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ectypal.
Questions about saying ectypal
How do you pronounce ectypal?
Say ek-TY-pul. The American pronunciation is /ɛkˈtaɪpəl/. In British English it is /ɛkˈtaɪpəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ectypal?
Ectypal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TY). Broken into parts: ek · TY · pul.
Do Americans and Brits say ectypal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛkˈtaɪpəl/ and the British form is /ɛkˈtaɪpəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.