How to pronounce orthopedic
Say it like or-thuh-PEE-dik. Orthopedic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PEE).
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- or
- thuh
- PEE
- dik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Orthopedic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- orGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- thuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- PEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- dikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of orthopedic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: aw-thuh-PEE-dik.
What does orthopedic mean?
- Of or relating to orthopedics.
Where does orthopedic come from?
Borrowed from French orthopédique.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- orthopaedic
Questions about saying orthopedic
How do you pronounce orthopedic?
Say or-thuh-PEE-dik. The American pronunciation is /ˌɔrθəˈpidɪk/. In British English it is /ˌɔːθəˈpiːdɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in orthopedic?
Orthopedic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PEE). Broken into parts: or · thuh · PEE · dik.
Is orthopedic 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 /ˌɔːθəˈpiːdɪk/ (aw-thuh-PEE-dik).