How to pronounce bionic
Say it like by-AW-nik. Bionic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AW).
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- by
- AW
- nik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bionic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- byGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- AWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- nikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of bionic
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1.
British respelling: BIH-on-ik.
What does bionic mean?
- Related to bionics.
- Having been enhanced by electronic, mechanical, or mechatronical parts; cyborg.
- Superhuman.
Where does bionic come from?
Blend of bio- + electronic.
Words that rhyme with bionic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bionic.
Questions about saying bionic
How do you pronounce bionic?
Say by-AW-nik. The American pronunciation is /ˌbaɪˈɔnɪk/. In British English it is /ˈbɪˌɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bionic?
Bionic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AW). Broken into parts: by · AW · nik.
Is bionic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1. The British form is /ˈbɪˌɒnɪk/ (BIH-on-ik).