How to pronounce ultrapure
Say it like UHL-truh-pyoor. Ultrapure has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHL).
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- UHL
- truh
- pyoor
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ultrapure 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.
- pyoorGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of ultrapure
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHL-truh-PYOOR.
What does ultrapure mean?
- Extremely pure; of supreme purity.“ultrapure water”
Where does ultrapure come from?
From ultra- + pure.
Questions about saying ultrapure
How do you pronounce ultrapure?
Say UHL-truh-pyoor. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌltrəˌpjʊr/. In British English it is /ˈʌltrəˈpjʊə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ultrapure?
Ultrapure has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHL). Broken into parts: UHL · truh · pyoor.
Is ultrapure 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 /ˈʌltrəˈpjʊə/ (UHL-truh-PYOOR).