How to pronounce outgrowth
Say it like OWT-grohth. Outgrowth has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT).
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- OWT
- grohth
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outgrowth 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.
- grohthGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of outgrowth
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: OWT-grohth.
What does outgrowth mean?
- A branch or offshoot of a plant.
- An appendage of an animal.
- A byproduct or consequence of an action or event.
Where does outgrowth come from?
From out- + growth.
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Questions about saying outgrowth
How do you pronounce outgrowth?
Say OWT-grohth. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊtˌɡroʊθ/. In British English it is /ˈaʊtˌɡrəʊθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outgrowth?
Outgrowth has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT). Broken into parts: OWT · grohth.
Is outgrowth pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈaʊtˌɡrəʊθ/ (OWT-grohth).