How to pronounce alec
Say it like AL-ik. Alec has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alec pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of alec
American and British speakers say alec in essentially the same way: /ˈælɪk/ in the US and /ˈælɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: AL-ik.
What does alec mean?
- An anchovy or herring, especially pickled or dried.
- A sauce made from alecs; alec sauce.
Where does alec come from?
Borrowed from Latin alec (“herring”).
Words that rhyme with alec
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of alec.
Questions about saying alec
How do you pronounce alec?
Say AL-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˈælɪk/. In British English it is /ˈælɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alec?
Alec has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say alec the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈælɪk/ and the British form is /ˈælɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.