How to pronounce tetra
Say it like TET-ruh. Tetra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TET).
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- TET
- ruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tetra 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.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of tetra
American and British speakers say tetra in essentially the same way: /ˈtɛtrə/ in the US and /ˈtɛtrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: TET-ruh.
What does tetra mean?
- Any of numerous species of small freshwater fish of the South American family Characidae and West African family Alestidae, popular in home aquariums.
Questions about saying tetra
How do you pronounce tetra?
Say TET-ruh. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛtrə/. In British English it is /ˈtɛtrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tetra?
Tetra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TET). Broken into parts: TET · ruh.
Do Americans and Brits say tetra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtɛtrə/ and the British form is /ˈtɛtrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.