How to pronounce sepal
Say it like SEP-ul. Sepal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEP).
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- SEP
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sepal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sepal
American and British speakers say sepal in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛpəl/ in the US and /ˈsɛpəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEP-ul.
What does sepal mean?
- One of the component parts of the calyx, particularly when such components are not fused into a single structure.
Where does sepal come from?
From French sépale, from New Latin sepalum.
Questions about saying sepal
How do you pronounce sepal?
Say SEP-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛpəl/. In British English it is /ˈsɛpəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sepal?
Sepal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEP). Broken into parts: SEP · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say sepal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛpəl/ and the British form is /ˈsɛpəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.