How to pronounce awreck
Say it like uh-REK. Awreck has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REK).
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- uh
- REK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Awreck pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- REKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of awreck
American and British speakers say awreck in essentially the same way: /əˈrɛk/ in the US and /əˈrɛk/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-REK.
What does awreck mean?
- in or into a state of being wrecked
Where does awreck come from?
From a- + wreck.
Words that rhyme with awreck
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of awreck.
Questions about saying awreck
How do you pronounce awreck?
Say uh-REK. The American pronunciation is /əˈrɛk/. In British English it is /əˈrɛk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in awreck?
Awreck has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REK). Broken into parts: uh · REK.
Do Americans and Brits say awreck the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈrɛk/ and the British form is /əˈrɛk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.