How to pronounce Attica
Say it like AT-ih-kuh. Attica has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AT).
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- AT
- ih
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Attica pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Attica
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: AT-ih-kuh.
What does Attica mean?
- A periphery where Athens, the capital of Greece, is located.
Words that rhyme with Attica
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Attica.
Questions about saying Attica
How do you pronounce Attica?
Say AT-ih-kuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈætɪkə/. In British English it is /ˈætɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Attica?
Attica has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AT). Broken into parts: AT · ih · kuh.
Is Attica pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈætɪkə/ (AT-ih-kuh).