How to pronounce terpsichorean
Say it like turp-sih-kuh-REE-un. Terpsichorean has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (REE).
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- turp
- sih
- kuh
- REE
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terpsichorean pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- turpGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- sihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of terpsichorean
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: tuhp-sih-kuh-REE-un.
What does terpsichorean mean?
- Of or relating to dancing.
- A person who dances, especially professionally.
Where does terpsichorean come from?
From Terpsichore (“the Muse of dance in Greek mythology”).
Words that rhyme with terpsichorean
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of terpsichorean.
Questions about saying terpsichorean
How do you pronounce terpsichorean?
Say turp-sih-kuh-REE-un. The American pronunciation is /ˌtɝpsɪkəˈriən/. In British English it is /ˌtəpsɪkəˈriːən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terpsichorean?
Terpsichorean has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (REE). Broken into parts: turp · sih · kuh · REE · un.
Is terpsichorean 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 /ˌtəpsɪkəˈriːən/ (tuhp-sih-kuh-REE-un).