How to pronounce monotypic
Say it like mon-uh-TIP-ik. Monotypic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TIP).
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- mon
- uh
- TIP
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Monotypic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- monGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TIPSay 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 monotypic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: mon-uh-TIP-ik.
What does monotypic mean?
- Relating to or exhibiting monotypy.
Where does monotypic come from?
From mono- + typic.
Words that rhyme with monotypic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of monotypic.
Questions about saying monotypic
How do you pronounce monotypic?
Say mon-uh-TIP-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌmɑnəˈtɪpɪk/. In British English it is /ˌmɒnəˈtɪpɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in monotypic?
Monotypic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TIP). Broken into parts: mon · uh · TIP · ik.
Is monotypic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌmɒnəˈtɪpɪk/ (mon-uh-TIP-ik).