How to pronounce multicenter
Say it like MUHL-tee-sen-ter. Multicenter has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL).
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- MUHL
- tee
- sen
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Multicenter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- senGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of multicenter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MUHL-tee-sen-tuh.
What does multicenter mean?
- Of or pertaining to multiple centers.
- Describing a trial (of a drug or procedure) that is held at more than one clinic or research center.“A multicenter study was carried out.”
Where does multicenter come from?
From multi- + center.
Questions about saying multicenter
How do you pronounce multicenter?
Say MUHL-tee-sen-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌltiˌsɛntɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmʌltiˌsɛntə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in multicenter?
Multicenter has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL). Broken into parts: MUHL · tee · sen · ter.
Is multicenter 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 /ˈmʌltiˌsɛntə/ (MUHL-tee-sen-tuh).