How to pronounce arcus
Say it like AR-kus. Arcus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- kus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arcus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of arcus
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-kus.
What does arcus mean?
- A white band of cholesterol that forms at the edge of the cornea
- A low, horizontal cloud typically forming at the leading edge of thunderstorm outflow
- An elastic band around the base of the arolium, a pad at the end of the leg of certain insects
Where does arcus come from?
Borrowed from Latin arcus.
Words that rhyme with arcus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of arcus.
Questions about saying arcus
How do you pronounce arcus?
Say AR-kus. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrkəs/. In British English it is /ˈɑːkəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arcus?
Arcus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · kus.
Is arcus 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 /ˈɑːkəs/ (AH-kus).