How to pronounce necropolis
Say it like neh-KROP-uh-lus. Necropolis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KROP).
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- neh
- KROP
- uh
- lus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Necropolis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nehKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- KROPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of necropolis
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: neh-KROP-uh-lis.
What does necropolis mean?
- An ancient site used for burying the dead, particularly if consisting of elaborate grave monuments.
- A city or settlement where most people are dead and/or dying.
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Questions about saying necropolis
How do you pronounce necropolis?
Say neh-KROP-uh-lus. The American pronunciation is /nɛˈkrɑpələs/. In British English it is /nɛˈkrɒpəlɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in necropolis?
Necropolis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KROP). Broken into parts: neh · KROP · uh · lus.
Is necropolis 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 /nɛˈkrɒpəlɪs/ (neh-KROP-uh-lis).