How to pronounce arcadian
Say it like ar-KAY-dee-un. Arcadian has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAY).
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- ar
- KAY
- dee
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arcadian pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- arGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of arcadian
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ah-KAY-dee-un.
What does arcadian mean?
- Pertaining to an arcade.
- Furnished with arcades.
- Ideally rustic or pastoral.
Where does arcadian come from?
From arcade + -ian.
Words that rhyme with arcadian
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Questions about saying arcadian
How do you pronounce arcadian?
Say ar-KAY-dee-un. The American pronunciation is /ˌɑrˈkeɪdiən/. In British English it is /ˌɑːˈkeɪdiən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arcadian?
Arcadian has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAY). Broken into parts: ar · KAY · dee · un.
Is arcadian pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌɑːˈkeɪdiən/ (ah-KAY-dee-un).