How to pronounce tetany
Say it like TET-uh-nee. Tetany has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TET).
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- TET
- uh
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tetany pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TETSay 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.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of tetany
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: TET-uh-nee.
What does tetany mean?
- A condition characterized by painful muscular spasms, caused by faulty calcium metabolism.
Where does tetany come from?
Borrowed from French tétanie, from New Latin tetania.
Questions about saying tetany
How do you pronounce tetany?
Say TET-uh-nee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛtəni/. In British English it is /ˈtɛtəni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tetany?
Tetany has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TET). Broken into parts: TET · uh · nee.
Is tetany 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 /ˈtɛtəni/ (TET-uh-nee).