How to pronounce recti
Say it like REK-ty. Recti has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REK).
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- REK
- ty
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recti pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of recti
American and British speakers say recti in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛkˌtaɪ/ in the US and /ˈrɛkˌtaɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: REK-ty.
What does recti mean?
- plural of rectus How to pronounce rectus
Words that rhyme with recti
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of recti.
Questions about saying recti
How do you pronounce recti?
Say REK-ty. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛkˌtaɪ/. In British English it is /ˈrɛkˌtaɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recti?
Recti has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REK). Broken into parts: REK · ty.
Do Americans and Brits say recti the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛkˌtaɪ/ and the British form is /ˈrɛkˌtaɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.