How to pronounce vesta
Say it like VES-tuh. Vesta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VES).
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- VES
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vesta pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of vesta
American and British speakers say vesta in essentially the same way: /ˈvɛstə/ in the US and /ˈvɛstə/ in the UK.
British respelling: VES-tuh.
What does vesta mean?
- A short match, made of wood or wax.
Where does vesta come from?
Named after Vesta, the Roman goddess of fire and the hearth.
Words that rhyme with vesta
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vesta.
Questions about saying vesta
How do you pronounce vesta?
Say VES-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɛstə/. In British English it is /ˈvɛstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vesta?
Vesta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VES). Broken into parts: VES · tuh.
Do Americans and Brits say vesta the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvɛstə/ and the British form is /ˈvɛstə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.