How to pronounce theodolite
Say it like thee-OD-uh-lyte. Theodolite has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OD).
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- thee
- OD
- uh
- lyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Theodolite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- theeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ODSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lyteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of theodolite
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: thee-OD-uh-lyte.
What does theodolite mean?
- A surveying instrument, consisting of a small mounted telescope, used to measure horizontal and vertical angles.
Questions about saying theodolite
How do you pronounce theodolite?
Say thee-OD-uh-lyte. The American pronunciation is /θiˈɑdəlaɪt/. In British English it is /θiˈɒdəlaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in theodolite?
Theodolite has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OD). Broken into parts: thee · OD · uh · lyte.
Is theodolite pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /θiˈɒdəlaɪt/ (thee-OD-uh-lyte).