How to pronounce pericarp
Say it like PER-ih-karp. Pericarp has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER).
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- PER
- ih
- karp
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pericarp pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- karpGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of pericarp
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PER-ih-kahp.
What does pericarp mean?
- The outermost layer, or skin, of a ripe fruit or ovary.
- The outer layer of anything.
Questions about saying pericarp
How do you pronounce pericarp?
Say PER-ih-karp. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛrɪˌkɑrp/. In British English it is /ˈpɛrɪˌkɑːp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pericarp?
Pericarp has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER). Broken into parts: PER · ih · karp.
Is pericarp 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 /ˈpɛrɪˌkɑːp/ (PER-ih-kahp).