How to pronounce superaltar
Say it like SOO-per-awl-ter. Superaltar has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOO).
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- SOO
- per
- awl
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Superaltar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- awlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of superaltar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: SYOO-puh-rawl-tuh.
What does superaltar mean?
- Within the Christian Church, a portable altar consecrated for use on unconsecrated surfaces.
- A raised shelf or stand on the back of an altar, suitable for holding objects; a predella or gradino.
Where does superaltar come from?
From super- + altar.
Questions about saying superaltar
How do you pronounce superaltar?
Say SOO-per-awl-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈsupɚˌɔltɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsjuːpəˌrɔːltə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in superaltar?
Superaltar has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOO). Broken into parts: SOO · per · awl · ter.
Is superaltar 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 /ˈsjuːpəˌrɔːltə/ (SYOO-puh-rawl-tuh).