How to pronounce sectile
Say it like SEK-tul. Sectile has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEK).
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- SEK
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sectile pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sectile
American and British speakers say sectile in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛktəl/ in the US and /ˈsɛktəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEK-tul.
What does sectile mean?
- Capable of being cut; easily cut.
- Capable of being cut smoothly with a knife.
- Having the appearance of being divided or broken.
Where does sectile come from?
From Latin sectilis.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with sectile
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sectile.
Questions about saying sectile
How do you pronounce sectile?
Say SEK-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛktəl/. In British English it is /ˈsɛktəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sectile?
Sectile has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEK). Broken into parts: SEK · tul.
Do Americans and Brits say sectile the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛktəl/ and the British form is /ˈsɛktəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.