How to pronounce manipulator
Say it like muh-NIP-yuh-lay-ter. Manipulator has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NIP).
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- muh
- NIP
- yuh
- lay
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Manipulator pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- layGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of manipulator
- 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: muh-NIP-yuh-lay-tuh.
What does manipulator mean?
- Agent noun of manipulate; one who manipulates. How to pronounce manipulate
- A device which can be used to move, arrange or operate something.
- A puppeteer, especially one controlling marionettes.
Where does manipulator come from?
From manipulate + -or.
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Questions about saying manipulator
How do you pronounce manipulator?
Say muh-NIP-yuh-lay-ter. The American pronunciation is /məˈnɪpjəˌleɪtɚ/. In British English it is /məˈnɪpjəˌleɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in manipulator?
Manipulator has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NIP). Broken into parts: muh · NIP · yuh · lay · ter.
Is manipulator 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 /məˈnɪpjəˌleɪtə/ (muh-NIP-yuh-lay-tuh).