How to pronounce hyperspeech
Say it like HY-per-speech. Hyperspeech has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HY).
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- HY
- per
- speech
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hyperspeech 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 "er" in butter.
- speechGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of hyperspeech
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HY-puh-speech.
What does hyperspeech mean?
- The form of a language a speaker uses when they want to speak clearly.
Where does hyperspeech come from?
Affixation of hyper- + speech.
Questions about saying hyperspeech
How do you pronounce hyperspeech?
Say HY-per-speech. The American pronunciation is /ˈhaɪpɚˌspitʃ/. In British English it is /ˈhaɪpəˌspiːtʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hyperspeech?
Hyperspeech has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HY). Broken into parts: HY · per · speech.
Is hyperspeech 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 /ˈhaɪpəˌspiːtʃ/ (HY-puh-speech).