How to pronounce superstrain
Say it like SOO-per-strayn. Superstrain has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOO).
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- SOO
- per
- strayn
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Superstrain 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- straynKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of superstrain
- 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-strayn.
What does superstrain mean?
- A strain (of a disease etc.) that comprehends several substrains.
Where does superstrain come from?
From super- + strain.
Questions about saying superstrain
How do you pronounce superstrain?
Say SOO-per-strayn. The American pronunciation is /ˈsupərstreɪn/. In British English it is /ˈsjuːpəstreɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in superstrain?
Superstrain has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOO). Broken into parts: SOO · per · strayn.
Is superstrain 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 /ˈsjuːpəstreɪn/ (SYOO-puh-strayn).