How to pronounce raptors
Say it like RAP-terz. Raptors has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAP).
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US American/ˈræptɚz/RAP-terz
UK British/ˈræptəz/RAP-tuz
- RAP
- terz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Raptors pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- terzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of raptors
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RAP-tuz.
What does raptors mean?
noun
- plural of raptor How to pronounce raptor
Questions about saying raptors
How do you pronounce raptors?
Say RAP-terz. The American pronunciation is /ˈræptɚz/. In British English it is /ˈræptəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in raptors?
Raptors has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAP). Broken into parts: RAP · terz.
Is raptors pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈræptəz/ (RAP-tuz).