How to pronounce habitus
Say it like HAB-ih-tus. Habitus has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAB).
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- HAB
- ih
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Habitus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of habitus
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: HAB-ih-tus.
What does habitus mean?
- Habitude; mode of life; bearing.
- General appearance.
- habit
Where does habitus come from?
From Latin habitus (“habit”), from habeō (“have; maintain”).
Questions about saying habitus
How do you pronounce habitus?
Say HAB-ih-tus. The American pronunciation is /ˈhæbɪtəs/. In British English it is /ˈhæbɪtəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in habitus?
Habitus has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAB). Broken into parts: HAB · ih · tus.
Is habitus pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈhæbɪtəs/ (HAB-ih-tus).