How to Pronounce Sesquialtera

To pronounce "sesquialtera", say SESQ-uialt-er-a — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

SESQ-uialt-er-a

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💡 Tip for remembering “sesquialtera”

"sesquialtera" has 4 syllables: sesq-uialt-er-a.

What does sesquialtera mean?

noun

  1. A ratio of 3:2.
  2. An organ stop that uses two ranks of different pipes.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sesquialtera"?▾

"Sesquialtera" has 4 syllables: sesq · uialt · er · a.

What does "sesquialtera" mean?▾

Sesquialtera: A ratio of 3:2.

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