How to pronounce auspice
Say it like AW-spis. Auspice has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AW).
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- AW
- spis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Auspice pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- spisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of auspice
American and British speakers say auspice in essentially the same way: /ˈɔspɪs/ in the US and /ˈɔːspɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: AW-spis.
What does auspice mean?
- Patronage or protection.“This building was built under the auspices of the Friends of the Poor.”
- An omen or a sign.“The circle of vultures was not a good auspice.”
- To be patron of; to sponsor.“The music festival was auspiced by a popular radio station.”
Where does auspice come from?
From Middle French auspice, from Latin auspicium, in turn from auspex.
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Questions about saying auspice
How do you pronounce auspice?
Say AW-spis. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔspɪs/. In British English it is /ˈɔːspɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in auspice?
Auspice has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AW). Broken into parts: AW · spis.
Do Americans and Brits say auspice the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɔspɪs/ and the British form is /ˈɔːspɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.