How to pronounce seitan
Say it like SAY-tun. Seitan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY).
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- SAY
- tun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Seitan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of seitan
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SAY-tun.
What does seitan mean?
- Specially processed wheat gluten, used as a protein-rich food.
Words that rhyme with seitan
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Questions about saying seitan
How do you pronounce seitan?
Say SAY-tun. The American pronunciation is /ˈseɪtən/. In British English it is /ˈseɪtən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in seitan?
Seitan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY). Broken into parts: SAY · tun.
Is seitan pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈseɪtən/ (SAY-tun).