How to pronounce institute
Say it like IN-stuh-toot. Institute has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- stuh
- toot
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Institute 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.
- stuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tootGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of institute
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: IN-stih-tyoot.
What does institute mean?
- set up or lay the groundwork for“establish a new department”
- advance or set forth in court“bring charges”“institute proceedings”
- an association organized to promote art or science or education
Where does institute come from?
From French institut, from Middle French, from Latin īnstitūtum.
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Questions about saying institute
How do you pronounce institute?
Say IN-stuh-toot. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪnstəˌtut/. In British English it is /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in institute?
Institute has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · stuh · toot.
Is institute pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/ (IN-stih-tyoot).