How to pronounce mathematical
Say it like math-uh-MAT-ih-kul. Mathematical has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAT).
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- math
- uh
- MAT
- ih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mathematical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- mathGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of mathematical
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: math-uh-MAT-ih-kul.
What does mathematical mean?
- of or pertaining to or of the nature of mathematics“a mathematical textbook”“slide rules and other mathematical instruments”
- relating to or having ability to think in or work with numbers“tests for rating numerical aptitude”“a mathematical whiz”
- beyond question“a mathematical certainty”
Where does mathematical come from?
From Middle English mathematicalle, mathematical, from Medieval Latin mathēmaticālis.
Words that rhyme with mathematical
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Questions about saying mathematical
How do you pronounce mathematical?
Say math-uh-MAT-ih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/. In British English it is /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mathematical?
Mathematical has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAT). Broken into parts: math · uh · MAT · ih · kul.
Is mathematical 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 /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/ (math-uh-MAT-ih-kul).