How to pronounce mantis
Say it like MAN-tis. Mantis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAN).
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US American/ˈmæntɪs/MAN-tis
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- MAN
- tis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mantis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
What does mantis mean?
noun
- Any of various large insects of the order Mantodea that catch insects or other small animals with their powerful forelegs.
- A green color, like that of many mantises.
Where does mantis come from?
Noncognate with mantissa.
Questions about saying mantis
How do you pronounce mantis?
Say MAN-tis. The American pronunciation is /ˈmæntɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mantis?
Mantis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAN). Broken into parts: MAN · tis.