How to pronounce applique
Say it like ap-lih-KAY. Applique has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAY).
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- ap
- lih
- KAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Applique pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- apGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- lihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of applique
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 3, while British speakers stress syllable 2.
British respelling: uh-PLEE-kay.
What does applique mean?
- A decorative design made by cutting pieces of material and applying them to the surface of another for decoration.
- To decorate something in this way.
Where does applique come from?
Borrowed from French appliqué.
Words that rhyme with applique
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of applique.
Questions about saying applique
How do you pronounce applique?
Say ap-lih-KAY. The American pronunciation is /ˌæplɪˈkeɪ/. In British English it is /əˈpliːkeɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in applique?
Applique has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAY). Broken into parts: ap · lih · KAY.
Is applique pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 3, while British speakers stress syllable 2. The British form is /əˈpliːkeɪ/ (uh-PLEE-kay).