How to pronounce raptus
Say it like RAP-tus. Raptus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAP).
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- RAP
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Raptus 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.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of raptus
American and British speakers say raptus in essentially the same way: /ˈræptəs/ in the US and /ˈræptəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAP-tus.
What does raptus mean?
- A state of rapture.
- A seizure.
Where does raptus come from?
From Latin raptus, from rapio (“seize”).
Questions about saying raptus
How do you pronounce raptus?
Say RAP-tus. The American pronunciation is /ˈræptəs/. In British English it is /ˈræptəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in raptus?
Raptus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAP). Broken into parts: RAP · tus.
Do Americans and Brits say raptus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræptəs/ and the British form is /ˈræptəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.