How to pronounce cubical
Say it like KYOO-bih-kul. Cubical has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYOO).
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- KYOO
- bih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cubical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KYOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- bihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cubical
American and British speakers say cubical in essentially the same way: /ˈkjubɪkəl/ in the US and /ˈkjuːbɪkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KYOO-bih-kul.
What does cubical mean?
- Of or pertaining to a cube; cubic.
Words that rhyme with cubical
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cubical.
Words that sound like cubical
Questions about saying cubical
How do you pronounce cubical?
Say KYOO-bih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkjubɪkəl/. In British English it is /ˈkjuːbɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cubical?
Cubical has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYOO). Broken into parts: KYOO · bih · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say cubical the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkjubɪkəl/ and the British form is /ˈkjuːbɪkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as cubical?
Cubical sounds the same as cubicle in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.