How to pronounce turgesce
Say it like ter-JES. Turgesce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JES).
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- ter
- JES
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Turgesce pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- JESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of turgesce
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: tuh-JES.
What does turgesce mean?
- To become turgid; to swell up or bloat.
Where does turgesce come from?
From Latin turgescere, verb inchoate from turgere (“to swell”).
Words that rhyme with turgesce
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Questions about saying turgesce
How do you pronounce turgesce?
Say ter-JES. The American pronunciation is /tɚˈdʒɛs/. In British English it is /təˈdʒɛs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in turgesce?
Turgesce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JES). Broken into parts: ter · JES.
Is turgesce 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 /təˈdʒɛs/ (tuh-JES).