How to pronounce prelatist
Say it like PREL-uh-tist. Prelatist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREL).
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- PREL
- uh
- tist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prelatist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRELSay 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.
- tistKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of prelatist
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PREL-uh-tist.
What does prelatist mean?
- One who advocates or supports prelacy, or the government of the church by prelates.
Where does prelatist come from?
From prelate + -ist.
Questions about saying prelatist
How do you pronounce prelatist?
Say PREL-uh-tist. The American pronunciation is /ˈprɛlətɪst/. In British English it is /ˈprɛlətɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prelatist?
Prelatist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREL). Broken into parts: PREL · uh · tist.
Is prelatist 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 /ˈprɛlətɪst/ (PREL-uh-tist).