How to pronounce acrobatics
Say it like ak-ruh-BAT-iks. Acrobatics has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BAT).
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- ak
- ruh
- BAT
- iks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acrobatics pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- akGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- iksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of acrobatics
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ak-ruh-BAT-iks.
What does acrobatics mean?
- The art of performing acrobatic gymnastic feats.
- A spectacular display of agility.
Where does acrobatics come from?
From acrobat + -ics.
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Questions about saying acrobatics
How do you pronounce acrobatics?
Say ak-ruh-BAT-iks. The American pronunciation is /ˌækrəˈbætɪks/. In British English it is /ˌækrəˈbætɪks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acrobatics?
Acrobatics has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BAT). Broken into parts: ak · ruh · BAT · iks.
Is acrobatics pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌækrəˈbætɪks/ (ak-ruh-BAT-iks).