How to pronounce scalene
Say it like SKAY-leen. Scalene has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKAY).
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- SKAY
- leen
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scalene pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- leenKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of scalene
American and British speakers say scalene in essentially the same way: /ˈskeɪlin/ in the US and /ˈskeɪliːn/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKAY-leen.
What does scalene mean?
- Having sides all unequal in length.“scalene triangle”
- Of or pertaining to the scalene muscle.
Words that rhyme with scalene
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of scalene.
Questions about saying scalene
How do you pronounce scalene?
Say SKAY-leen. The American pronunciation is /ˈskeɪlin/. In British English it is /ˈskeɪliːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scalene?
Scalene has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKAY). Broken into parts: SKAY · leen.
Do Americans and Brits say scalene the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskeɪlin/ and the British form is /ˈskeɪliːn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.