How to pronounce occlude
Say it like uh-KLOOD. Occlude has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLOOD).
- uh
- KLOOD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Occlude pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KLOODSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of occlude
American and British speakers say occlude in essentially the same way: /əˈklud/ in the US and /əˈkluːd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-KLOOD.
What does occlude mean?
- To obstruct, cover, or otherwise block (an opening, a portion of an image, etc.).
- To absorb, as a gas by a metal.
Where does occlude come from?
Borrowed from Latin occlūdere, from ob (“before”) and claudere (“to shut”).
Words that rhyme with occlude
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of occlude.
Questions about saying occlude
How do you pronounce occlude?
Say uh-KLOOD. The American pronunciation is /əˈklud/. In British English it is /əˈkluːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in occlude?
Occlude has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLOOD). Broken into parts: uh · KLOOD.
Do Americans and Brits say occlude the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈklud/ and the British form is /əˈkluːd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.