How to pronounce presplit
Say it like pree-SPLIT. Presplit has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPLIT).
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- pree
- SPLIT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Presplit pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- preeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- SPLITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of presplit
American and British speakers say presplit in essentially the same way: /ˌpriˈsplɪt/ in the US and /ˌpriːˈsplɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-SPLIT.
What does presplit mean?
- To shape the outcome of an explosive blast by forming cracks in advance.
- A crack produced for this purpose.
Where does presplit come from?
From pre- + split.
Words that rhyme with presplit
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of presplit.
Questions about saying presplit
How do you pronounce presplit?
Say pree-SPLIT. The American pronunciation is /ˌpriˈsplɪt/. In British English it is /ˌpriːˈsplɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in presplit?
Presplit has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPLIT). Broken into parts: pree · SPLIT.
Do Americans and Brits say presplit the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌpriˈsplɪt/ and the British form is /ˌpriːˈsplɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.