How to pronounce nectary
Say it like NEK-tuh-ree. Nectary has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEK).
- NEK
- tuh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nectary pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of nectary
American and British speakers say nectary in essentially the same way: /ˈnɛktəri/ in the US and /ˈnɛktəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: NEK-tuh-ree.
What does nectary mean?
- A gland that secretes nectar
Words that rhyme with nectary
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nectary.
Questions about saying nectary
How do you pronounce nectary?
Say NEK-tuh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛktəri/. In British English it is /ˈnɛktəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nectary?
Nectary has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEK). Broken into parts: NEK · tuh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say nectary the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɛktəri/ and the British form is /ˈnɛktəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.