How to pronounce multicolored
Say it like MUHL-tih-kuhl-erd. Multicolored has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL).
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- MUHL
- tih
- kuhl
- erd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Multicolored 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.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kuhlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of multicolored
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MUHL-tih-kuhl-ud.
What does multicolored mean?
- Having multiple colors.
Where does multicolored come from?
From multi- + colored.
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Questions about saying multicolored
How do you pronounce multicolored?
Say MUHL-tih-kuhl-erd. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌltɪˌkʌlɚd/. In British English it is /ˈmʌltɪˌkʌləd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in multicolored?
Multicolored has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL). Broken into parts: MUHL · tih · kuhl · erd.
Is multicolored 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 /ˈmʌltɪˌkʌləd/ (MUHL-tih-kuhl-ud).