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How to pronounce latin

latin
/ˈlætən/
2 syllables, stress on the first

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Latin, sound by sound

/l/as in lookTongue tip on the ridge behind the teeth; air flows around the sides.
/æ/as in catOpen the mouth wide, as for “ah”, but say “e”. Wider than in “bed”.
/t/as in tenTongue tip on the ridge behind the upper teeth, not on the teeth. With a light puff of air.
/ə/as in cupA short, relaxed “uh”; the mouth is barely open.
/n/as in noTongue tip on the ridge behind the teeth, air through the nose.

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Questions and answers

How do you pronounce latin?

Latin is pronounced /ˈlætən/ in American English.

How many syllables are in latin?

Latin has 2 syllables.

Which syllable is stressed in latin?

The first syllable: /ˈlætən/.

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