How to pronounce zealotry
Say it like ZEL-uh-tree. Zealotry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZEL).
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- ZEL
- uh
- tree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zealotry pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- treeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of zealotry
American and British speakers say zealotry in essentially the same way: /ˈzɛlətri/ in the US and /ˈzɛlətri/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZEL-uh-tree.
What does zealotry mean?
- Something characteristic of a zealot; excessive zeal; fanaticism.
Where does zealotry come from?
From zealot + -ry.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying zealotry
How do you pronounce zealotry?
Say ZEL-uh-tree. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɛlətri/. In British English it is /ˈzɛlətri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zealotry?
Zealotry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZEL). Broken into parts: ZEL · uh · tree.
Do Americans and Brits say zealotry the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzɛlətri/ and the British form is /ˈzɛlətri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.