How to pronounce gurgitation
Say it like gur-juh-TAY-shun. Gurgitation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TAY).
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- gur
- juh
- TAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gurgitation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- gurGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- juhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gurgitation
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: gur-jih-TAY-shun.
What does gurgitation mean?
- The act of one who gurgitates.
- Competitive eating.
Where does gurgitation come from?
A back-formation from regurgitation, or gurgitate + -ion.
Words that rhyme with gurgitation
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Questions about saying gurgitation
How do you pronounce gurgitation?
Say gur-juh-TAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌɡɝdʒəˈteɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌɡɜːdʒɪˈteɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gurgitation?
Gurgitation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TAY). Broken into parts: gur · juh · TAY · shun.
Is gurgitation 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 /ˌɡɜːdʒɪˈteɪʃən/ (gur-jih-TAY-shun).