How to pronounce apelike
Say it like AY-plyke. Apelike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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- AY
- plyke
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Apelike pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- plykeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of apelike
American and British speakers say apelike in essentially the same way: /ˈeɪˌplaɪk/ in the US and /ˈeɪˌplaɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: AY-plyke.
What does apelike mean?
- Similar to an ape in appearance or behavior.
- Given to servile imitation.
Where does apelike come from?
From ape + -like.
Questions about saying apelike
How do you pronounce apelike?
Say AY-plyke. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪˌplaɪk/. In British English it is /ˈeɪˌplaɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in apelike?
Apelike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · plyke.
Do Americans and Brits say apelike the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈeɪˌplaɪk/ and the British form is /ˈeɪˌplaɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.