How to pronounce plethoric
Say it like PLETH-uh-rik. Plethoric has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLETH).
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- PLETH
- uh
- rik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Plethoric pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PLETHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of plethoric
American and British speakers say plethoric in essentially the same way: /ˈplɛθərɪk/ in the US and /ˈplɛθərɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: PLETH-uh-rik.
What does plethoric mean?
- Suffering from plethora; ruddy in complexion, congested or swollen with blood.
- Excessive, overabundant, rife; loosely, abundant, varied.
- Full or excessively full.
Questions about saying plethoric
How do you pronounce plethoric?
Say PLETH-uh-rik. The American pronunciation is /ˈplɛθərɪk/. In British English it is /ˈplɛθərɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in plethoric?
Plethoric has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLETH). Broken into parts: PLETH · uh · rik.
Do Americans and Brits say plethoric the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈplɛθərɪk/ and the British form is /ˈplɛθərɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.