How to pronounce achene
Say it like uh-KEEN. Achene has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KEEN).
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- uh
- KEEN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Achene pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KEENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of achene
American and British speakers say achene in essentially the same way: /əˈkin/ in the US and /əˈkiːn/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-KEEN.
What does achene mean?
- A small, dry, indehiscent fruit, containing a single seed, as in the buttercup.
Words that rhyme with achene
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of achene.
Questions about saying achene
How do you pronounce achene?
Say uh-KEEN. The American pronunciation is /əˈkin/. In British English it is /əˈkiːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in achene?
Achene has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KEEN). Broken into parts: uh · KEEN.
Do Americans and Brits say achene the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈkin/ and the British form is /əˈkiːn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.