How to pronounce avionic
Say it like ay-vee-AH-nik. Avionic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AH).
- ay
- vee
- AH
- nik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Avionic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- veeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- AHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- nikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of avionic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: ay-vee-ON-ik.
What does avionic mean?
- of, or relating to avionics (aviation electronics)
Words that rhyme with avionic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of avionic.
Questions about saying avionic
How do you pronounce avionic?
Say ay-vee-AH-nik. The American pronunciation is /ˌeɪviˈɑnɪk/. In British English it is /eɪviˈɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in avionic?
Avionic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AH). Broken into parts: ay · vee · AH · nik.
Is avionic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /eɪviˈɒnɪk/ (ay-vee-ON-ik).