How to pronounce zenithal
Say it like ZEE-nih-thul. Zenithal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZEE).
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- ZEE
- nih
- thul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zenithal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- thulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of zenithal
American and British speakers say zenithal in essentially the same way: /ˈzinɪθəl/ in the US and /ˈzɛnɪθəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZEN-ih-thul.
What does zenithal mean?
- Of or pertaining to a zenith.
- Azimuthal.
Where does zenithal come from?
From zenith + -al.
Questions about saying zenithal
How do you pronounce zenithal?
Say ZEE-nih-thul. The American pronunciation is /ˈzinɪθəl/. In British English it is /ˈzɛnɪθəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zenithal?
Zenithal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZEE). Broken into parts: ZEE · nih · thul.
Do Americans and Brits say zenithal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzinɪθəl/ and the British form is /ˈzɛnɪθəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.