How to pronounce taproot
Say it like TAP-root. Taproot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAP).
- TAP
- root
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Taproot 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.
- rootGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of taproot
American and British speakers say taproot in essentially the same way: /ˈtæˌprut/ in the US and /ˈtæˌpruːt/ in the UK.
British respelling: TAP-root.
What does taproot mean?
- A long, tapering root, exhibited by many plant species (such as carrots and dandelions).
Where does taproot come from?
From tap + root. The oldest use (by Philemon Holland) is spaced as tap root.
Questions about saying taproot
How do you pronounce taproot?
Say TAP-root. The American pronunciation is /ˈtæˌprut/. In British English it is /ˈtæˌpruːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in taproot?
Taproot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAP). Broken into parts: TAP · root.
Do Americans and Brits say taproot the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtæˌprut/ and the British form is /ˈtæˌpruːt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.