How to pronounce eptitude
Say it like EP-tih-tyood. Eptitude has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EP).
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- EP
- tih
- tyood
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eptitude pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tyoodKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of eptitude
American and British speakers say eptitude in essentially the same way: /ˈɛptɪtjud/ in the US and /ˈɛptɪtjuːd/ in the UK.
British respelling: EP-tih-tyood.
What does eptitude mean?
- Effectiveness or proficiency in (something), especially contrasting natural ability or aptitude.
Where does eptitude come from?
Back-formation from ineptitude.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying eptitude
How do you pronounce eptitude?
Say EP-tih-tyood. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛptɪtjud/. In British English it is /ˈɛptɪtjuːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eptitude?
Eptitude has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EP). Broken into parts: EP · tih · tyood.
Do Americans and Brits say eptitude the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛptɪtjud/ and the British form is /ˈɛptɪtjuːd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.