How to pronounce verticality
Say it like ver-tuh-KAL-uh-tee. Verticality has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAL).
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- ver
- tuh
- KAL
- uh
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Verticality pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- verGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of verticality
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: vur-tih-KAL-ih-tee.
What does verticality mean?
- Verticalness; the state or condition of being vertical.
Where does verticality come from?
From vertical + -ity; compare French verticalité.
Words that rhyme with verticality
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of verticality.
Questions about saying verticality
How do you pronounce verticality?
Say ver-tuh-KAL-uh-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˌvɚtəˈkæləti/. In British English it is /ˌvɜːtɪˈkælɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in verticality?
Verticality has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAL). Broken into parts: ver · tuh · KAL · uh · tee.
Is verticality 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 /ˌvɜːtɪˈkælɪti/ (vur-tih-KAL-ih-tee).