How to pronounce outcaste
Say it like OWT-kast. Outcaste has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT).
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- OWT
- kast
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outcaste pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OWTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- kastKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of outcaste
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: OWT-kahst.
What does outcaste mean?
- An outcast from the caste system.
- In caste-based societies, such as Indian or medieval Japan, an individual or group of people who do not belong to any officially recognized caste.
- To expel from a caste.
Where does outcaste come from?
From out- + caste, modeled after outcast.
Words that rhyme with outcaste
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Words that sound like outcaste
Questions about saying outcaste
How do you pronounce outcaste?
Say OWT-kast. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊtkæst/. In British English it is /ˈaʊtkɑːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outcaste?
Outcaste has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT). Broken into parts: OWT · kast.
Is outcaste pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈaʊtkɑːst/ (OWT-kahst).
What words sound the same as outcaste?
Outcaste sounds the same as outcast in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.