How to pronounce mephitic
Say it like mef-IT-ik. Mephitic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (IT).
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- mef
- IT
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mephitic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- mefGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of mephitic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: mef-IT-ik.
What does mephitic mean?
- Foul-smelling or noxious, particularly of a gas or atmosphere.
Where does mephitic come from?
From Latin mephīticus, from mephītis; compare French méphitique.
Words that rhyme with mephitic
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Questions about saying mephitic
How do you pronounce mephitic?
Say mef-IT-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌmɛˈfɪtɪk/. In British English it is /ˌmɛˈfɪtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mephitic?
Mephitic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (IT). Broken into parts: mef · IT · ik.
Is mephitic 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 /ˌmɛˈfɪtɪk/ (mef-IT-ik).