How to pronounce subcutis
Say it like sub-KYOO-tis. Subcutis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KYOO).
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- sub
- KYOO
- tis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subcutis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- subKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- KYOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of subcutis
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: sub-KYOO-tis.
What does subcutis mean?
- subcutaneous tissue: the lowermost layer of the integumentary system in vertebrates
Where does subcutis come from?
From sub- + cutis.
Questions about saying subcutis
How do you pronounce subcutis?
Say sub-KYOO-tis. The American pronunciation is /sʌbˈkjutɪs/. In British English it is /sʌbˈkjuːtɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subcutis?
Subcutis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KYOO). Broken into parts: sub · KYOO · tis.
Is subcutis 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 /sʌbˈkjuːtɪs/ (sub-KYOO-tis).