How to pronounce sectoral
Say it like SEK-tuh-rul. Sectoral has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEK).
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- SEK
- tuh
- rul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sectoral 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sectoral
American and British speakers say sectoral in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛktərəl/ in the US and /ˈsɛktərəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEK-tuh-rul.
What does sectoral mean?
- Of or pertaining to a sector (all senses).
Where does sectoral come from?
From sector + -al.
Words that rhyme with sectoral
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sectoral.
Questions about saying sectoral
How do you pronounce sectoral?
Say SEK-tuh-rul. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛktərəl/. In British English it is /ˈsɛktərəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sectoral?
Sectoral has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEK). Broken into parts: SEK · tuh · rul.
Do Americans and Brits say sectoral the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛktərəl/ and the British form is /ˈsɛktərəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.