How to pronounce expat
Say it like EK-spat. Expat has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
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- EK
- spat
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Expat pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- spatGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of expat
American and British speakers say expat in essentially the same way: /ˈɛkˌspæt/ in the US and /ˈɛkˌspæt/ in the UK.
British respelling: EK-spat.
What does expat mean?
- An expatriate; a person temporarily residing in a foreign nation, often for an occupation, training, or education.
Where does expat come from?
Clipping of expatriate.
Questions about saying expat
How do you pronounce expat?
Say EK-spat. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛkˌspæt/. In British English it is /ˈɛkˌspæt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in expat?
Expat has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · spat.
Do Americans and Brits say expat the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛkˌspæt/ and the British form is /ˈɛkˌspæt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.