How to pronounce bicarb
Say it like BY-karb. Bicarb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BY).
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- BY
- karb
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bicarb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- karbGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of bicarb
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BY-kahb.
What does bicarb mean?
- Bicarbonate (HCO₃⁻).
- Sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃).
Where does bicarb come from?
Clipping of bicarbonate.
Questions about saying bicarb
How do you pronounce bicarb?
Say BY-karb. The American pronunciation is /ˈbaɪˌkɑrb/. In British English it is /ˈbaɪˌkɑːb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bicarb?
Bicarb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BY). Broken into parts: BY · karb.
Is bicarb pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈbaɪˌkɑːb/ (BY-kahb).