How to pronounce satay
Say it like sa-TAY. Satay has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAY).
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- sa
- TAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Satay pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- saKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- TAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of satay
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1.
British respelling: SAT-ay.
What does satay mean?
- A dish made from small pieces of meat or fish grilled on a skewer and served with a spicy peanut sauce, originating from Indonesia and Malaysia.
Words that rhyme with satay
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of satay.
Questions about saying satay
How do you pronounce satay?
Say sa-TAY. The American pronunciation is /sæˈteɪ/. In British English it is /ˈsæteɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in satay?
Satay has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAY). Broken into parts: sa · TAY.
Is satay pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1. The British form is /ˈsæteɪ/ (SAT-ay).