How to pronounce entreaty
Say it like en-TREE-tee. Entreaty has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TREE).
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- en
- TREE
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Entreaty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- enKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- TREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of entreaty
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: in-TREE-tee.
What does entreaty mean?
- The act of entreating or beseeching; a strong petition; pressing solicitation; begging.
Where does entreaty come from?
From entreat + -y.
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Words that rhyme with entreaty
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Questions about saying entreaty
How do you pronounce entreaty?
Say en-TREE-tee. The American pronunciation is /ɛnˈtriti/. In British English it is /ɪnˈtriːti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in entreaty?
Entreaty has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TREE). Broken into parts: en · TREE · tee.
Is entreaty 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 /ɪnˈtriːti/ (in-TREE-tee).