How to pronounce ketal
Say it like KEE-tal. Ketal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE).
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US American/ˈkitæl/KEE-tal
UK British/ˈkiːtæl/KEE-tal
- KEE
- tal
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ketal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- talKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of ketal
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KEE-tal.
What does ketal mean?
noun
- Any acetal derived from a ketone
Questions about saying ketal
How do you pronounce ketal?
Say KEE-tal. The American pronunciation is /ˈkitæl/. In British English it is /ˈkiːtæl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ketal?
Ketal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE). Broken into parts: KEE · tal.
Is ketal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈkiːtæl/ (KEE-tal).