How to pronounce teratoid
Say it like TER-uh-toyd. Teratoid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TER).
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- TER
- uh
- toyd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Teratoid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- toydKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of teratoid
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: TER-uh-toyd.
What does teratoid mean?
- Monster-like, exhibiting abnormal development.
- An abnormal tumor similar to a teratoma.
- A mutant.
Where does teratoid come from?
From terato- + -oid.
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Questions about saying teratoid
How do you pronounce teratoid?
Say TER-uh-toyd. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛrətɔɪd/. In British English it is /ˈtɛrətɔɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in teratoid?
Teratoid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TER). Broken into parts: TER · uh · toyd.
Is teratoid 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 /ˈtɛrətɔɪd/ (TER-uh-toyd).