How to pronounce epenthetic
Say it like ep-un-THET-ik. Epenthetic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (THET).
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- ep
- un
- THET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epenthetic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- epGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- THETSay 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 epenthetic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ep-un-THET-ik.
What does epenthetic mean?
- Of or pertaining to epenthesis.
- Inserted into a word.
Words that rhyme with epenthetic
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Questions about saying epenthetic
How do you pronounce epenthetic?
Say ep-un-THET-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛpənˈθɛtɪk/. In British English it is /ˌɛpənˈθɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epenthetic?
Epenthetic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (THET). Broken into parts: ep · un · THET · ik.
Is epenthetic 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 /ˌɛpənˈθɛtɪk/ (ep-un-THET-ik).