How to pronounce Corsica
Say it like KOR-sih-kuh. Corsica has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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- KOR
- sih
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corsica pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- sihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Corsica
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-sih-kuh.
What does Corsica mean?
- An island and administrative region of France, in the Mediterranean to the north of Sardinia.
Where does Corsica come from?
Borrowed from Latin Corsica.
Questions about saying Corsica
How do you pronounce Corsica?
Say KOR-sih-kuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrsɪkə/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːsɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Corsica?
Corsica has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · sih · kuh.
Is Corsica 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 /ˈkɔːsɪkə/ (KAW-sih-kuh).