How to pronounce arcdegree
Say it like ARK-dih-gree. Arcdegree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ARK).
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- ARK
- dih
- gree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arcdegree pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- greeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of arcdegree
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AHK-dih-gree.
What does arcdegree mean?
- A unit of measurement of angle equal to ¹⁄₃₆₀ of a circle's circumference.
Where does arcdegree come from?
From arc + degree.
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Questions about saying arcdegree
How do you pronounce arcdegree?
Say ARK-dih-gree. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrkdɪˌɡri/. In British English it is /ˈɑːkdɪˌɡriː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arcdegree?
Arcdegree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ARK). Broken into parts: ARK · dih · gree.
Is arcdegree 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 /ˈɑːkdɪˌɡriː/ (AHK-dih-gree).