How to pronounce corniche
Say it like kor-NEESH. Corniche has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NEESH).
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- kor
- NEESH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corniche pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- korKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- NEESHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of corniche
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kaw-NEESH.
What does corniche mean?
- A road built on a ledge (cliff), especially along water (a river, sea, etc).
Where does corniche come from?
From French corniche (“ledge”).
Words that rhyme with corniche
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of corniche.
Questions about saying corniche
How do you pronounce corniche?
Say kor-NEESH. The American pronunciation is /kɔrˈniʃ/. In British English it is /kɔːˈniːʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in corniche?
Corniche has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NEESH). Broken into parts: kor · NEESH.
Is corniche pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /kɔːˈniːʃ/ (kaw-NEESH).