How to pronounce adunc
Say it like AD-unk. Adunc has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AD).
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- AD
- unk
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Adunc pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ADSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- unkKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of adunc
American and British speakers say adunc in essentially the same way: /ˈædʌnk/ in the US and /ˈædʌnk/ in the UK.
British respelling: AD-unk.
What does adunc mean?
- Curved inward, hooked.
Where does adunc come from?
Borrowed from Latin aduncus.
Questions about saying adunc
How do you pronounce adunc?
Say AD-unk. The American pronunciation is /ˈædʌnk/. In British English it is /ˈædʌnk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in adunc?
Adunc has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AD). Broken into parts: AD · unk.
Do Americans and Brits say adunc the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈædʌnk/ and the British form is /ˈædʌnk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.