How to pronounce tristar
Say it like TRYCE-tar. Tristar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRYCE).
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- TRYCE
- tar
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tristar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRYCESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- tarGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of tristar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TRYCE-tah.
What does tristar mean?
- Having three stars, or three star shapes.
Where does tristar come from?
From tri- + star.
Questions about saying tristar
How do you pronounce tristar?
Say TRYCE-tar. The American pronunciation is /ˈtraɪsˌtɑr/. In British English it is /ˈtraɪsˌtɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tristar?
Tristar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRYCE). Broken into parts: TRYCE · tar.
Is tristar 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 /ˈtraɪsˌtɑː/ (TRYCE-tah).