How to pronounce conic
Say it like KON-ik. Conic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KON).
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- KON
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Conic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KONSay 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 conic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KON-ik.
What does conic mean?
- A conic section.
- Synonym of conical.
Words that rhyme with conic
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Questions about saying conic
How do you pronounce conic?
Say KON-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑnɪk/. In British English it is /ˈkɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in conic?
Conic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KON). Broken into parts: KON · ik.
Is conic 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 /ˈkɒnɪk/ (KON-ik).