How to pronounce alkalic
Say it like al-KAL-ik. Alkalic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAL).
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- al
- KAL
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alkalic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- alKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- KALSay 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 alkalic
American and British speakers say alkalic in essentially the same way: /ælˈkælɪk/ in the US and /ælˈkælɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: al-KAL-ik.
What does alkalic mean?
- Containing a relatively high proportion of alkali; alkaline.
Where does alkalic come from?
From alkali + -ic.
Words that rhyme with alkalic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of alkalic.
Questions about saying alkalic
How do you pronounce alkalic?
Say al-KAL-ik. The American pronunciation is /ælˈkælɪk/. In British English it is /ælˈkælɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alkalic?
Alkalic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAL). Broken into parts: al · KAL · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say alkalic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ælˈkælɪk/ and the British form is /ælˈkælɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.