How to pronounce breviconic
Say it like brev-ih-KAW-nik. Breviconic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAW).
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- brev
- ih
- KAW
- nik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Breviconic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- brevGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KAWSay 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 breviconic
American and British speakers say breviconic in essentially the same way: /ˌbrɛvɪˈkɔnɪk/ in the US and /ˌbrɛvɪˈkɒnɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: brev-ih-KON-ik.
What does breviconic mean?
- Relating to, or composed of, brevicones.
Where does breviconic come from?
From brevicone + -ic.
Words that rhyme with breviconic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of breviconic.
Questions about saying breviconic
How do you pronounce breviconic?
Say brev-ih-KAW-nik. The American pronunciation is /ˌbrɛvɪˈkɔnɪk/. In British English it is /ˌbrɛvɪˈkɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in breviconic?
Breviconic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAW). Broken into parts: brev · ih · KAW · nik.
Do Americans and Brits say breviconic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌbrɛvɪˈkɔnɪk/ and the British form is /ˌbrɛvɪˈkɒnɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.