How to pronounce pretax
Say it like pree-TAKS. Pretax has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAKS).
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- pree
- TAKS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pretax 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.
- TAKSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of pretax
American and British speakers say pretax in essentially the same way: /ˌpriˈtæks/ in the US and /ˌpriːˈtæks/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-TAKS.
What does pretax mean?
- Before the payment of taxes.
- To tax before the action being taxed occurs.
Where does pretax come from?
From pre- + tax.
Words that rhyme with pretax
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of pretax.
Questions about saying pretax
How do you pronounce pretax?
Say pree-TAKS. The American pronunciation is /ˌpriˈtæks/. In British English it is /ˌpriːˈtæks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pretax?
Pretax has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAKS). Broken into parts: pree · TAKS.
Do Americans and Brits say pretax the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌpriˈtæks/ and the British form is /ˌpriːˈtæks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.