How to pronounce kyriarchal
Say it like KY-ree-ar-kul. Kyriarchal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KY).
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- KY
- ree
- ar
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kyriarchal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- arGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of kyriarchal
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KY-rih-ah-kul.
What does kyriarchal mean?
- Relating to kyriarchy.
Where does kyriarchal come from?
From kyriarchy + -al.
Questions about saying kyriarchal
How do you pronounce kyriarchal?
Say KY-ree-ar-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaɪriˌɑrkəl/. In British English it is /ˈkaɪrɪˌɑːkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kyriarchal?
Kyriarchal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KY). Broken into parts: KY · ree · ar · kul.
Is kyriarchal 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 /ˈkaɪrɪˌɑːkəl/ (KY-rih-ah-kul).