How to pronounce ultrapowerful
Say it like UHL-truh-pow-er-ful. Ultrapowerful has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHL).
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- UHL
- truh
- pow
- er
- ful
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ultrapowerful pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- powGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- fulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ultrapowerful
- American English uses 5 syllables and British English 4.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHL-truh-POW-ful.
What does ultrapowerful mean?
- Extremely or exceedingly powerful; having, or capable of exerting great power, potency, or influence.
Where does ultrapowerful come from?
From ultra- + powerful.
Questions about saying ultrapowerful
How do you pronounce ultrapowerful?
Say UHL-truh-pow-er-ful. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌltrəˌpaʊɚfəl/. In British English it is /ˈʌltrəˈpaʊfəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ultrapowerful?
Ultrapowerful has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHL). Broken into parts: UHL · truh · pow · er · ful.
Is ultrapowerful pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 5 syllables and British English 4. The British form is /ˈʌltrəˈpaʊfəl/ (UHL-truh-POW-ful).