How to pronounce tetrarchy
Say it like TET-rar-kee. Tetrarchy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TET).
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- TET
- rar
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tetrarchy 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.
- rarKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of tetrarchy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TET-rah-kee.
What does tetrarchy mean?
- A government where power is shared by four people, especially (historical) the Herodian tetrarchy established in Judea after the death of Herod and the Tetrarchy of Diocletian which ruled the Roman Empire in the years 293-313.
- The land ruled by such a government, either together or separately.
Questions about saying tetrarchy
How do you pronounce tetrarchy?
Say TET-rar-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛtrɑrki/. In British English it is /ˈtɛtrɑːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tetrarchy?
Tetrarchy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TET). Broken into parts: TET · rar · kee.
Is tetrarchy 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 /ˈtɛtrɑːki/ (TET-rah-kee).