How to pronounce proximal
Say it like PRAHK-suh-mul. Proximal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAHK).
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- PRAHK
- suh
- mul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Proximal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRAHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- mulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of proximal
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: PROK-sih-mul.
What does proximal mean?
- Closer to the point of attachment or observation.
- Facing toward another tooth. The proximal surfaces of a tooth are those that touch or are close to neighboring teeth.
- Closer to the speaker.
Where does proximal come from?
From Latin proximus, superlative form of prope (“near, nigh”).
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying proximal
How do you pronounce proximal?
Say PRAHK-suh-mul. The American pronunciation is /ˈprɑksəməl/. In British English it is /ˈprɒksɪməl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in proximal?
Proximal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAHK). Broken into parts: PRAHK · suh · mul.
Is proximal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈprɒksɪməl/ (PROK-sih-mul).