How to pronounce hyperkinetic
Say it like hy-per-kih-NET-ik. Hyperkinetic has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (NET).
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- hy
- per
- kih
- NET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hyperkinetic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- hyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- kihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- NETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hyperkinetic
- 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: hy-puh-kih-NET-ik.
What does hyperkinetic mean?
- Of, relating to, or affected with hyperkinesis or hyperactivity.
- A person exhibiting hyperkinesis or hyperactivity.
Where does hyperkinetic come from?
From hyper- + kinetic.
Words that rhyme with hyperkinetic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hyperkinetic.
Questions about saying hyperkinetic
How do you pronounce hyperkinetic?
Say hy-per-kih-NET-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌhaɪpɚkɪˈnɛtɪk/. In British English it is /ˌhaɪpəkɪˈnɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hyperkinetic?
Hyperkinetic has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (NET). Broken into parts: hy · per · kih · NET · ik.
Is hyperkinetic 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 /ˌhaɪpəkɪˈnɛtɪk/ (hy-puh-kih-NET-ik).