How to pronounce clonic
Say it like KLON-ik. Clonic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLON).
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- KLON
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clonic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of clonic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KLON-ik.
What does clonic mean?
- Pertaining to clonus; having irregular, convulsive spasms.
Where does clonic come from?
From clonus + -ic.
Words that rhyme with clonic
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Questions about saying clonic
How do you pronounce clonic?
Say KLON-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˈklɑnɪk/. In British English it is /ˈklɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clonic?
Clonic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLON). Broken into parts: KLON · ik.
Is clonic 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 /ˈklɒnɪk/ (KLON-ik).