How to pronounce vertiginous
Say it like vur-TIJ-ih-nus. Vertiginous has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIJ).
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- vur
- TIJ
- ih
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vertiginous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- vurKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- TIJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of vertiginous
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: vur-TIJ-ih-nus.
What does vertiginous mean?
- Having an aspect of great depth, drawing the eye to look downwards.
- Pertaining to vertigo (in all its meanings).
- Inducing a feeling of giddiness, vertigo, dizziness or of whirling.
Where does vertiginous come from?
From Middle French vertigineux, from Latin vertīginōsus.
Questions about saying vertiginous
How do you pronounce vertiginous?
Say vur-TIJ-ih-nus. The American pronunciation is /vɝˈtɪdʒɪnəs/. In British English it is /vɜːˈtɪdʒɪnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vertiginous?
Vertiginous has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIJ). Broken into parts: vur · TIJ · ih · nus.
Is vertiginous 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 /vɜːˈtɪdʒɪnəs/ (vur-TIJ-ih-nus).