How to pronounce epiglottic
Say it like ep-uh-GLOT-ik. Epiglottic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GLOT).
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- ep
- uh
- GLOT
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epiglottic 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- GLOTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of epiglottic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ep-ih-GLOT-ik.
What does epiglottic mean?
- Pertaining to, or connected with, the epiglottis.
Where does epiglottic come from?
From epiglottis + -ic.
Words that rhyme with epiglottic
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Questions about saying epiglottic
How do you pronounce epiglottic?
Say ep-uh-GLOT-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛpəˈɡlɑtɪk/. In British English it is /ˌɛpɪˈɡlɒtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epiglottic?
Epiglottic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GLOT). Broken into parts: ep · uh · GLOT · ik.
Is epiglottic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌɛpɪˈɡlɒtɪk/ (ep-ih-GLOT-ik).