How to pronounce hyperflare
Say it like HY-per-flair. Hyperflare has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HY).
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- HY
- per
- flair
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hyperflare pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- flairKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of hyperflare
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HY-puh-flair.
What does hyperflare mean?
- An extraordinarily powerful, massive flare, usually produced by a magnetar.
Where does hyperflare come from?
From hyper- + flare.
Questions about saying hyperflare
How do you pronounce hyperflare?
Say HY-per-flair. The American pronunciation is /ˈhaɪpərflɛr/. In British English it is /ˈhaɪpəflɛə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hyperflare?
Hyperflare has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HY). Broken into parts: HY · per · flair.
Is hyperflare 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 /ˈhaɪpəflɛə/ (HY-puh-flair).