How to pronounce patriot
Say it like PAYT-ree-ut. Patriot has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAYT).
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- PAYT
- ree
- ut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Patriot pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- utKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of patriot
American and British speakers say patriot in essentially the same way: /ˈpeɪtriət/ in the US and /ˈpeɪtriət/ in the UK.
British respelling: PAYT-ree-ut.
What does patriot mean?
- one who loves and defends his or her country
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Questions about saying patriot
How do you pronounce patriot?
Say PAYT-ree-ut. The American pronunciation is /ˈpeɪtriət/. In British English it is /ˈpeɪtriət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in patriot?
Patriot has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAYT). Broken into parts: PAYT · ree · ut.
Do Americans and Brits say patriot the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpeɪtriət/ and the British form is /ˈpeɪtriət/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.