How to pronounce nekton
Say it like NEK-tun. Nekton has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEK).
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- NEK
- tun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nekton 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.
- tunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of nekton
American and British speakers say nekton in essentially the same way: /ˈnɛktən/ in the US and /ˈnɛktən/ in the UK.
British respelling: NEK-tun.
What does nekton mean?
- All organisms in the ocean that are capable of swimming independently of currents.
Where does nekton come from?
From German Nekton which was coined in 1890 by Ernst Haeckel.
Words that rhyme with nekton
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nekton.
Questions about saying nekton
How do you pronounce nekton?
Say NEK-tun. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛktən/. In British English it is /ˈnɛktən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nekton?
Nekton has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEK). Broken into parts: NEK · tun.
Do Americans and Brits say nekton the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɛktən/ and the British form is /ˈnɛktən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.