How to pronounce edematous
Say it like uh-DEM-uh-tus. Edematous has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEM).
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- uh
- DEM
- uh
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Edematous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of edematous
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ih-DEE-muh-tus.
What does edematous mean?
- Afflicted with edema.
Where does edematous come from?
By surface analysis, edemato- + -ous.
Questions about saying edematous
How do you pronounce edematous?
Say uh-DEM-uh-tus. The American pronunciation is /əˈdɛmətəs/. In British English it is /ɪˈdiːmətəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in edematous?
Edematous has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEM). Broken into parts: uh · DEM · uh · tus.
Is edematous pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ɪˈdiːmətəs/ (ih-DEE-muh-tus).