How to pronounce imbat
Say it like IM-bat. Imbat has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM).
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- IM
- bat
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Imbat pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- IMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- batKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of imbat
American and British speakers say imbat in essentially the same way: /ˈɪmbæt/ in the US and /ˈɪmbæt/ in the UK.
British respelling: IM-bat.
What does imbat mean?
- A type of dry north wind which blows in the eastern Mediterranean.
Where does imbat come from?
A widespread word in the Mediterranean related to Latin battuo (“beat, strike”).
Questions about saying imbat
How do you pronounce imbat?
Say IM-bat. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪmbæt/. In British English it is /ˈɪmbæt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in imbat?
Imbat has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM). Broken into parts: IM · bat.
Do Americans and Brits say imbat the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪmbæt/ and the British form is /ˈɪmbæt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.