How to pronounce rectus
Say it like REK-tus. Rectus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REK).
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- REK
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rectus 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.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rectus
American and British speakers say rectus in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛktəs/ in the US and /ˈrɛktəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: REK-tus.
What does rectus mean?
- Any of a number of muscles controlling the movement of the eyeball.
Where does rectus come from?
Borrowed from Latin rēctus (“straight, upright”), clipping of mūsculus rēctus (“straight muscle”).
Words that rhyme with rectus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rectus.
Questions about saying rectus
How do you pronounce rectus?
Say REK-tus. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛktəs/. In British English it is /ˈrɛktəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rectus?
Rectus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REK). Broken into parts: REK · tus.
Do Americans and Brits say rectus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛktəs/ and the British form is /ˈrɛktəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.