How to pronounce paten
Say it like PAT-un. Paten has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAT).
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- PAT
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Paten pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of paten
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PAT-un.
What does paten mean?
- The plate used to hold the host during the Eucharist.
- Any shallow dish found in an archaeological site.
Words that rhyme with paten
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of paten.
Words that sound like paten
Questions about saying paten
How do you pronounce paten?
Say PAT-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈpætən/. In British English it is /ˈpætən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in paten?
Paten has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAT). Broken into parts: PAT · un.
Is paten pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈpætən/ (PAT-un).
What words sound the same as paten?
Paten sounds the same as patten in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.