How to pronounce “universidad”
Hear how “universidad (university)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
universidadoo-nee-behr-see-DAHD
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | university |
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| Syllables | u · ni · ver · si · dad (5) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a consonant other than n or s stress the last syllable: DAD. |
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| IPA | /u.ni.beɾ.si.ˈdad/ |
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Tips for English speakers
- The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
- v sounds the same as b. Spanish has no English-style v sound.
- A final d is very light, almost like the "th" in "this", and often barely heard.
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: Spanish R and RR · Stress and accent marks · Spanish vowels
Example sentences
Estudio en la universidad.I study at the university.
La universidad es muy grande.The university is very big.
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