How to pronounce scriptal
Say it like SKRIP-tul. Scriptal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKRIP).
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- SKRIP
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scriptal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKRIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of scriptal
American and British speakers say scriptal in essentially the same way: /ˈskrɪptəl/ in the US and /ˈskrɪptəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKRIP-tul.
What does scriptal mean?
- Of or relating to a written script used in language.
Where does scriptal come from?
From script + -al.
Questions about saying scriptal
How do you pronounce scriptal?
Say SKRIP-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈskrɪptəl/. In British English it is /ˈskrɪptəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scriptal?
Scriptal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKRIP). Broken into parts: SKRIP · tul.
Do Americans and Brits say scriptal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskrɪptəl/ and the British form is /ˈskrɪptəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.