How to pronounce exactor
Say it like ig-ZAK-ter. Exactor has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZAK).
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- ig
- ZAK
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exactor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- igKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ZAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of exactor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ig-ZAK-tuh.
What does exactor mean?
- A person who makes illegal or unreasonable demands; an extortioner.
- A person who collects taxes.
Where does exactor come from?
From exact + -or.
Words that rhyme with exactor
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of exactor.
Questions about saying exactor
How do you pronounce exactor?
Say ig-ZAK-ter. The American pronunciation is /ɪɡˈzæktɚ/. In British English it is /ɪɡˈzæktə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exactor?
Exactor has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZAK). Broken into parts: ig · ZAK · ter.
Is exactor pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ɪɡˈzæktə/ (ig-ZAK-tuh).