How to Pronounce “fluctuate”
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- American (US)
- /ˈflʌkt͡ʃu.eɪt/
- British (UK)
- /ˈflʌkt͡ʃu.eɪt/
What “fluctuate” means
verb — To vary irregularly; to swing.
Pronunciation Notes
The final e is silent. The transcription /ˈflʌkt͡ʃu.eɪt/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “fluctuate” is not pronounced.
Where the stress falls. “fluctuate” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈflʌkt͡ʃu.eɪt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "fluctuate" mean?
fluctuate (verb): To vary irregularly; to swing.
How do you pronounce "fluctuate" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "fluctuate", /ˈflʌkt͡ʃu.eɪt/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "fluctuate"?
/ˈflʌkt͡ʃu.eɪt/ in American English, /ˈflʌkt͡ʃu.eɪt/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "fluctuate"?
“fluctuate” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈflʌkt͡ʃu.eɪt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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