How to pronounce erotic
Say it like ih-ROT-ik. Erotic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROT).
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- ih
- ROT
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Erotic 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.
- ROTSay 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 erotic
- 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: ih-ROT-ik.
What does erotic mean?
- Relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement.“erotic entertainment and services”
- An amorous composition or poem.
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Words that rhyme with erotic
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Questions about saying erotic
How do you pronounce erotic?
Say ih-ROT-ik. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈrɑtɪk/. In British English it is /ɪˈrɒtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in erotic?
Erotic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROT). Broken into parts: ih · ROT · ik.
Is erotic 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 /ɪˈrɒtɪk/ (ih-ROT-ik).