How to pronounce inclinator
Say it like IN-klih-nay-ter. Inclinator has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- klih
- nay
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inclinator pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- klihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of inclinator
- 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: IN-klih-nay-tuh.
What does inclinator mean?
- An elevator that ascends an incline rather than in a vertical shaft.
- A stairlift
Where does inclinator come from?
Blend of incline + elevator.
Questions about saying inclinator
How do you pronounce inclinator?
Say IN-klih-nay-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪnklɪˌneɪtər/. In British English it is /ˈɪnklɪˌneɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inclinator?
Inclinator has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · klih · nay · ter.
Is inclinator 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 /ˈɪnklɪˌneɪtə/ (IN-klih-nay-tuh).