How to pronounce preta
Say it like PRAY-tuh. Preta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAY).
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- PRAY
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preta pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of preta
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PRAY-tuh.
What does preta mean?
- A hungry ghost (a supernatural being in Buddhist folklore, the spirit of a greedy person whose divine retribution is never to be sated)
Words that rhyme with preta
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of preta.
Questions about saying preta
How do you pronounce preta?
Say PRAY-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpreɪtə/. In British English it is /ˈpreɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preta?
Preta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAY). Broken into parts: PRAY · tuh.
Is preta 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 /ˈpreɪtə/ (PRAY-tuh).