How to pronounce punctiliar
Say it like puhngk-TIL-ee-er. Punctiliar has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIL).
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- puhngk
- TIL
- ee
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Punctiliar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- puhngkGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of punctiliar
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: puhngk-TIL-eer.
What does punctiliar mean?
- Occurring at a definite and particular point in time.
- Relating to a punctiliar action or event.
- A verb denoting a punctiliar action or activity.
Where does punctiliar come from?
Formed as punctili(o) + -ar, initially as an alternative translation (instead of punctual) for the German punktuell.
Questions about saying punctiliar
How do you pronounce punctiliar?
Say puhngk-TIL-ee-er. The American pronunciation is /ˌpəŋkˈtɪliɚ/. In British English it is /ˌpʌŋkˈtɪlɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in punctiliar?
Punctiliar has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIL). Broken into parts: puhngk · TIL · ee · er.
Is punctiliar pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˌpʌŋkˈtɪlɪə/ (puhngk-TIL-eer).