How to pronounce cilice
Say it like SIL-is. Cilice has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIL).
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- SIL
- is
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cilice pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- isKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cilice
American and British speakers say cilice in essentially the same way: /ˈsɪlɪs/ in the US and /ˈsɪlɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: SIL-is.
What does cilice mean?
- A garment or undergarment made of coarse cloth or animal hair worn close to the skin used by members of various Christian traditions as a self-imposed means of penance (repentance) and mortification of the flesh.
- A leather strap studded with metallic barbs that cut into flesh as a constant reminder of Christ's suffering.
Where does cilice come from?
From French cilice, from Latin cilicium (“clothing made of goatskin”), from Cilicia where it originates from.
Questions about saying cilice
How do you pronounce cilice?
Say SIL-is. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪlɪs/. In British English it is /ˈsɪlɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cilice?
Cilice has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIL). Broken into parts: SIL · is.
Do Americans and Brits say cilice the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɪlɪs/ and the British form is /ˈsɪlɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.