How to pronounce triticale
Say it like trit-ih-KAY-lee. Triticale has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAY).
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- trit
- ih
- KAY
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Triticale pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- tritGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of triticale
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: trit-ih-KAY-lee.
What does triticale mean?
- A grain crop, a hybrid of wheat and rye, that gives a high yield.
- Any particular variety of triticale.
Where does triticale come from?
Blend of Latin trīticum (“wheat”) + Latin sēcale (“rye”).
Words that rhyme with triticale
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Questions about saying triticale
How do you pronounce triticale?
Say trit-ih-KAY-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˌtrɪtɪˈkeɪli/. In British English it is /ˌtrɪtɪˈkeɪli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in triticale?
Triticale has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAY). Broken into parts: trit · ih · KAY · lee.
Is triticale pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌtrɪtɪˈkeɪli/ (trit-ih-KAY-lee).