How to pronounce emetic
Say it like ih-MET-ik. Emetic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MET).
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- ih
- MET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Emetic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- METSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of emetic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: uh-MET-ik.
What does emetic mean?
- Causing nausea and vomiting.
- An agent that induces vomiting.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with emetic
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Questions about saying emetic
How do you pronounce emetic?
Say ih-MET-ik. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈmɛtɪk/. In British English it is /əˈmɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in emetic?
Emetic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MET). Broken into parts: ih · MET · ik.
Is emetic 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 /əˈmɛtɪk/ (uh-MET-ik).