How to pronounce superstratal
Say it like soo-per-STRAY-tul. Superstratal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (STRAY).
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- soo
- per
- STRAY
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Superstratal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- sooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- STRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of superstratal
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: soo-puh-STRAY-tul.
What does superstratal mean?
- Of or pertaining to a superstratum.
Where does superstratal come from?
From super- + stratal.
Words that rhyme with superstratal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of superstratal.
Questions about saying superstratal
How do you pronounce superstratal?
Say soo-per-STRAY-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˌsupərˈstreɪtəl/. In British English it is /ˌsuːpəˈstreɪtəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in superstratal?
Superstratal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (STRAY). Broken into parts: soo · per · STRAY · tul.
Is superstratal 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 /ˌsuːpəˈstreɪtəl/ (soo-puh-STRAY-tul).