How to pronounce asterix
Say it like AS-tuh-riks. Asterix has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AS).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈæstərɪks/AS-tuh-riks
UK BritishNo British transcription yet. The audio still plays in this accent.
- AS
- tuh
- riks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Asterix pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- riksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
What does asterix mean?
noun
- Pronunciation spelling of asterisk.
Where does asterix come from?
Through metathesis of asterisk.
Questions about saying asterix
How do you pronounce asterix?
Say AS-tuh-riks. The American pronunciation is /ˈæstərɪks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in asterix?
Asterix has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AS). Broken into parts: AS · tuh · riks.