How to pronounce tapetal
Say it like TAP-ih-tul. Tapetal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAP).
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- TAP
- ih
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tapetal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of tapetal
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: TAP-ih-tul.
What does tapetal mean?
- Relating to a tapetum
Where does tapetal come from?
From tapetum + -al.
Words that rhyme with tapetal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tapetal.
Questions about saying tapetal
How do you pronounce tapetal?
Say TAP-ih-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈtæpɪtəl/. In British English it is /ˈtæpɪtəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tapetal?
Tapetal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAP). Broken into parts: TAP · ih · tul.
Is tapetal 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 /ˈtæpɪtəl/ (TAP-ih-tul).