How to pronounce punctulate
Say it like PUHNGK-tyuu-lut. Punctulate has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHNGK).
- PUHNGK
- tyuu
- lut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Punctulate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PUHNGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- tyuuKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- lutKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of punctulate
American and British speakers say punctulate in essentially the same way: /ˈpʌŋktjʊlət/ in the US and /ˈpʌŋktjʊlət/ in the UK.
British respelling: PUHNGK-tyuu-lut.
What does punctulate mean?
- Marked with small punctures or spots.
- To mark with small punctures or spots.
Questions about saying punctulate
How do you pronounce punctulate?
Say PUHNGK-tyuu-lut. The American pronunciation is /ˈpʌŋktjʊlət/. In British English it is /ˈpʌŋktjʊlət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in punctulate?
Punctulate has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHNGK). Broken into parts: PUHNGK · tyuu · lut.
Do Americans and Brits say punctulate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpʌŋktjʊlət/ and the British form is /ˈpʌŋktjʊlət/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.