How to pronounce sesterce
Say it like SES-turs. Sesterce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SES).
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- SES
- turs
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sesterce pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tursKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of sesterce
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SES-turs.
What does sesterce mean?
- Synonym of sestertius.
Where does sesterce come from?
From Middle French sesterce, from Latin sēstertius (“two-and-a-half (asses)”).
Questions about saying sesterce
How do you pronounce sesterce?
Say SES-turs. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛstɝs/. In British English it is /ˈsɛstɜːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sesterce?
Sesterce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SES). Broken into parts: SES · turs.
Is sesterce pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈsɛstɜːs/ (SES-turs).