How to pronounce broderick
Say it like BROD-uh-rik. Broderick has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BROD).
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- BROD
- uh
- rik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Broderick pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRODSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of broderick
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: BROD-uh-rik.
What does broderick mean?
- To administer a beating to
Where does broderick come from?
After Johnny Broderick, a New York City policeman well-known for his powerful punch.
Questions about saying broderick
How do you pronounce broderick?
Say BROD-uh-rik. The American pronunciation is /ˈbrɑdərɪk/. In British English it is /ˈbrɒdərɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in broderick?
Broderick has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BROD). Broken into parts: BROD · uh · rik.
Is broderick 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 /ˈbrɒdərɪk/ (BROD-uh-rik).