How to pronounce algebraic
Say it like al-juh-BRAY-ik. Algebraic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BRAY).
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- al
- juh
- BRAY
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Algebraic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- alGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- juhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of algebraic
American and British speakers say algebraic in essentially the same way: /ˌældʒəˈbreɪɪk/ in the US and /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: al-jih-BRAY-ik.
What does algebraic mean?
- Of, or relating to, algebra.
- Containing only numbers, letters, and arithmetic operators.
- Which is a root of some polynomial whose coefficients are rational.
Where does algebraic come from?
Partly from algebra + -ic and partly from French algébraïque.
Words that rhyme with algebraic
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Questions about saying algebraic
How do you pronounce algebraic?
Say al-juh-BRAY-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌældʒəˈbreɪɪk/. In British English it is /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in algebraic?
Algebraic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BRAY). Broken into parts: al · juh · BRAY · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say algebraic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌældʒəˈbreɪɪk/ and the British form is /ˌældʒɪˈbreɪɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.