How to pronounce situs
Say it like SY-tus. Situs has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY).
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- SY
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Situs pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of situs
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SY-tus.
What does situs mean?
- The position, especially the usual, normal position, of a body part or part of a plant.
- The method in which the parts of a plant are arranged.
- The location of a property as used for taxation or other legal purposes.
Where does situs come from?
Borrowed from Latin situs (“position, site”).
Words that rhyme with situs
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of situs.
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Questions about saying situs
How do you pronounce situs?
Say SY-tus. The American pronunciation is /ˈsaɪtəs/. In British English it is /ˈsaɪtəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in situs?
Situs has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY). Broken into parts: SY · tus.
Is situs 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 /ˈsaɪtəs/ (SY-tus).