How to pronounce abscisic
Say it like ab-SIS-ik. Abscisic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIS).
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- ab
- SIS
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abscisic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- abKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- SISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of abscisic
American and British speakers say abscisic in essentially the same way: /æbˈsɪsɪk/ in the US and /æbˈsɪsɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: ab-SIS-ik.
What does abscisic mean?
- Of or pertaining to abscisic acid or its derivatives.
Where does abscisic come from?
From abscise + -ic.
Questions about saying abscisic
How do you pronounce abscisic?
Say ab-SIS-ik. The American pronunciation is /æbˈsɪsɪk/. In British English it is /æbˈsɪsɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abscisic?
Abscisic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIS). Broken into parts: ab · SIS · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say abscisic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /æbˈsɪsɪk/ and the British form is /æbˈsɪsɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.