How to pronounce “contestar”

Hear how “contestar (to answer)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.

contestarkohn-tehs-TAHR

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Breakdown

Meaning	to answer
Syllables	con · tes · tar (3)
Stress	Words ending in a consonant other than n or s stress the last syllable: TAR.
IPA	/kon.tes.ˈtaɾ/

The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.

No contesta el teléfono.He isn't answering the phone.

Contesta la pregunta, por favor.Answer the question, please.