How to pronounce semestral
Say it like suh-MES-tul. Semestral has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MES).
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- suh
- MES
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Semestral pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MESSay 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 semestral
American and British speakers say semestral in essentially the same way: /səˈmɛstəl/ in the US and /səˈmɛstəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: suh-MES-tul.
What does semestral mean?
- Synonym of biannual (“half-yearly”).
- Relating to a semester.
Where does semestral come from?
From semester + -al.
Words that rhyme with semestral
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of semestral.
Questions about saying semestral
How do you pronounce semestral?
Say suh-MES-tul. The American pronunciation is /səˈmɛstəl/. In British English it is /səˈmɛstəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in semestral?
Semestral has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MES). Broken into parts: suh · MES · tul.
Do Americans and Brits say semestral the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /səˈmɛstəl/ and the British form is /səˈmɛstəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.