How to pronounce prandial
Say it like PRAN-dee-ul. Prandial has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAN).
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- PRAN
- dee
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prandial pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of prandial
American and British speakers say prandial in essentially the same way: /ˈprændiəl/ in the US and /ˈprændɪəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: PRAN-dih-ul.
What does prandial mean?
- Of or pertaining to a meal, especially dinner.
Where does prandial come from?
Borrowed from Late Latin prandialis, or Latin prandium (“late breakfast; lunch”) + English -al (suffix forming adjectives).
Questions about saying prandial
How do you pronounce prandial?
Say PRAN-dee-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈprændiəl/. In British English it is /ˈprændɪəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prandial?
Prandial has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAN). Broken into parts: PRAN · dee · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say prandial the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈprændiəl/ and the British form is /ˈprændɪəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.