How to pronounce multicolor
Say it like muhl-tee-KUHL-er. Multicolor has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KUHL).
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- muhl
- tee
- KUHL
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Multicolor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- KUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of multicolor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: muhl-tee-KUHL-uh.
What does multicolor mean?
- Having, resembling, or pertaining to many colors.
- A display of many colors.“a stamp printed in multicolor”
Where does multicolor come from?
Borrowed from Latin multicolor, equivalent to multi- + color; see below.
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Questions about saying multicolor
How do you pronounce multicolor?
Say muhl-tee-KUHL-er. The American pronunciation is /ˌmʌltiˈkʌlɚ/. In British English it is /ˌmʌltiˈkʌlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in multicolor?
Multicolor has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KUHL). Broken into parts: muhl · tee · KUHL · er.
Is multicolor 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 /ˌmʌltiˈkʌlə/ (muhl-tee-KUHL-uh).