How to pronounce abaci
Say it like AB-uh-ky. Abaci has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB).
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- AB
- uh
- ky
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abaci pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of abaci
American and British speakers say abaci in essentially the same way: /ˈæbəˌkaɪ/ in the US and /ˈæbəkaɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: AB-uh-ky.
What does abaci mean?
- plural of abacus How to pronounce abacus
Where does abaci come from?
From Latin abacī.
Questions about saying abaci
How do you pronounce abaci?
Say AB-uh-ky. The American pronunciation is /ˈæbəˌkaɪ/. In British English it is /ˈæbəkaɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abaci?
Abaci has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB). Broken into parts: AB · uh · ky.
Do Americans and Brits say abaci the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæbəˌkaɪ/ and the British form is /ˈæbəkaɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.