How to pronounce patellar
Say it like puh-TEL-er. Patellar has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TEL).
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- puh
- TEL
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Patellar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of patellar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: puh-TEL-uh.
What does patellar mean?
- near or relating to the patella or kneecap
Where does patellar come from?
From patella + -ar.
Words that rhyme with patellar
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of patellar.
Questions about saying patellar
How do you pronounce patellar?
Say puh-TEL-er. The American pronunciation is /pəˈtɛlɚ/. In British English it is /pəˈtɛlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in patellar?
Patellar has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TEL). Broken into parts: puh · TEL · er.
Is patellar 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 /pəˈtɛlə/ (puh-TEL-uh).