How to pronounce "etc"

etc

Noun
American
[ˌɛtˈsɛtərə]

Syllable Breakdown

et cet e ra

How natives say etc

British
[ˌɪtˈsɛtərə]

Syllable Breakdown

et cet e ra

How natives say etc

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'et', like 'pet' without the 'p'.

  • Move to 'set', emphasize the 's'.

  • Say 'e' with a short 'i' sound, like in 'sip'.

  • End with 'ra', rolling lightly on the 'r'.

Common Mistakes

  • Forget 'et' before 'cet-e-ra'

  • Pronounce 'et' as 'it' (it-cet-e-ra)

  • Drop 'ra' at the end (et-cet-e)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'it', similar to 'it' in 'hit'.

  • Move to 'set', emphasize the 's'.

  • Say 'e' like a short 'i' as in 'silly'.

  • End with 'ra', roll the 'r' softly.

common mistakes

  • Forget 'et' before 'cet-e-ra'

  • Pronounce 'et' as 'at' (at-cet-e-ra)

  • Drop 'ra' at the end (it-cet-e)

FAQ

How many syllables are in 'etc'?

'Etc' has four syllables: et-cet-e-ra.

Is the 'r' in 'etc' silent?

No, pronounce the 'r' in 'etc' softly.

Is 'etc' the same as 'et cetera'?

Yes, 'etc' is the abbreviation of 'et cetera'.

Definition

etc

'Etc' means 'and other similar things'.

Word Family

etiquette

[ˈɛtɪkɛt]

noun

Manners or rules for polite behavior.

Example: Good etiquette is important in meetings.

eternal

[ɪˈtɜːrnəl]

adjective

Lasting forever.

Example: They hoped for eternal happiness.

ethics

[ˈɛθɪks]

noun

Moral principles.

Example: Ethics guide how we make decisions.

Key Pronunciation Differences

'Etc' vs. 'etiquette'

- different ending sounds.

'Etc' vs. 'eternal'

- different middle and ending sounds.

'Etc' vs. 'ethics'

- different beginning and ending sounds.

Pro Tips

Tip for 'et cetera'

Remember it's four syllables: et-cet-e-ra, start with 'et'.

Use in lists

Use 'etc' to avoid listing everything: It's a convenient tool!

Nearby Words

Test Your Pronunciation On Words That Have Sound Similarities With Etc

ability

/əˈbɪləti/

accessory

/əkˈsɛsəri/

adapt

/əˈdæpt/

adjust

/əˈdʒʌst/

advance

/ədˈvæns/

also

/ˈɔl.soʊ/

alter

/ˈɔltər/

apparatus

/ˌæp.əˈɹeɪ.təs/

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