How to pronounce torporific
Say it like tor-puh-RIF-ik. Torporific has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RIF).
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- tor
- puh
- RIF
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Torporific pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- torGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of torporific
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: taw-puh-RIF-ik.
What does torporific mean?
- Inducing torpor; tending to cause apathy or lethargy.
Where does torporific come from?
From torpor + -ific.
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Questions about saying torporific
How do you pronounce torporific?
Say tor-puh-RIF-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌtɔrpəˈrɪfɪk/. In British English it is /ˌtɔːpəˈrɪfɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in torporific?
Torporific has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RIF). Broken into parts: tor · puh · RIF · ik.
Is torporific 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 /ˌtɔːpəˈrɪfɪk/ (taw-puh-RIF-ik).