How to pronounce farsighted
Say it like FAR-sy-tud. Farsighted has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAR).
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- FAR
- sy
- tud
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Farsighted pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- syGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- tudKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of farsighted
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FAH-sy-tud.
What does farsighted mean?
- Unable to focus with one's eyes on near objects; presbyopic.
- Considering the future with respect to one's own plans or deeds; showing anticipation.
Where does farsighted come from?
From far + sighted.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying farsighted
How do you pronounce farsighted?
Say FAR-sy-tud. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɑrˌsaɪtəd/. In British English it is /ˈfɑːˌsaɪtəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in farsighted?
Farsighted has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAR). Broken into parts: FAR · sy · tud.
Is farsighted 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 /ˈfɑːˌsaɪtəd/ (FAH-sy-tud).