How to pronounce cliquish
Say it like KLEE-kish. Cliquish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLEE).
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- KLEE
- kish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cliquish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cliquish
American and British speakers say cliquish in essentially the same way: /ˈklikɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈkliːkɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLEE-kish.
What does cliquish mean?
- Of or pertaining to a clique.
- Tending to associate with a small and exclusive group.
Where does cliquish come from?
From clique + -ish.
Words that rhyme with cliquish
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cliquish.
Questions about saying cliquish
How do you pronounce cliquish?
Say KLEE-kish. The American pronunciation is /ˈklikɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈkliːkɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cliquish?
Cliquish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLEE). Broken into parts: KLEE · kish.
Do Americans and Brits say cliquish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklikɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈkliːkɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.