How to pronounce parataxic
Say it like par-uh-TAK-sik. Parataxic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TAK).
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- par
- uh
- TAK
- sik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parataxic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- parGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of parataxic
American and British speakers say parataxic in essentially the same way: /ˌpærəˈtæksɪk/ in the US and /ˌpærəˈtæksɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: par-uh-TAK-sik.
What does parataxic mean?
- Pertaining to parataxis.
Questions about saying parataxic
How do you pronounce parataxic?
Say par-uh-TAK-sik. The American pronunciation is /ˌpærəˈtæksɪk/. In British English it is /ˌpærəˈtæksɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parataxic?
Parataxic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TAK). Broken into parts: par · uh · TAK · sik.
Do Americans and Brits say parataxic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌpærəˈtæksɪk/ and the British form is /ˌpærəˈtæksɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.