How to pronounce tinctures
Say it like TINGK-cherz. Tinctures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TINGK).
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- TINGK
- cherz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tinctures pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TINGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- cherzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tinctures
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TINGK-chuz.
What does tinctures mean?
- plural of tincture How to pronounce tincture
- third-person singular simple present indicative of tincture How to pronounce tincture
Questions about saying tinctures
How do you pronounce tinctures?
Say TINGK-cherz. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɪŋktʃɚz/. In British English it is /ˈtɪŋktʃəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tinctures?
Tinctures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TINGK). Broken into parts: TINGK · cherz.
Is tinctures 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 /ˈtɪŋktʃəz/ (TINGK-chuz).