How to pronounce indicators
Say it like IN-duh-kay-terz. Indicators has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- duh
- kay
- terz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Indicators 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.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of indicators
- 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-dih-kay-tuz.
What does indicators mean?
- plural of indicator How to pronounce indicator
Questions about saying indicators
How do you pronounce indicators?
Say IN-duh-kay-terz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪndəˌkeɪtɚz/. In British English it is /ˈɪndɪˌkeɪtəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in indicators?
Indicators has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · duh · kay · terz.
Is indicators 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 /ˈɪndɪˌkeɪtəz/ (IN-dih-kay-tuz).