How to pronounce schizotypal
Say it like SKIT-soh-tih-pul. Schizotypal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKIT).
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- SKIT
- soh
- tih
- pul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Schizotypal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- sohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- pulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of schizotypal
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SKIT-soh-tih-pul.
What does schizotypal mean?
- Pertaining to or displaying mild signs of schizophrenia; pertaining to or having schizotypy
- A person who has a schizotypal personality disorder
Where does schizotypal come from?
From schizo- + typal.
Questions about saying schizotypal
How do you pronounce schizotypal?
Say SKIT-soh-tih-pul. The American pronunciation is /ˈskɪtsoʊtɪpəl/. In British English it is /ˈskɪtsəʊtɪpəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in schizotypal?
Schizotypal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKIT). Broken into parts: SKIT · soh · tih · pul.
Is schizotypal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈskɪtsəʊtɪpəl/ (SKIT-soh-tih-pul).