How to pronounce cubicle
Say it like KYOO-bih-kul. Cubicle 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
Cubicle 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 cubicle
American and British speakers say cubicle in essentially the same way: /ˈkjubɪkəl/ in the US and /ˈkjuːbɪkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KYOO-bih-kul.
What does cubicle mean?
- A small separate part or one of the compartments of a room, especially in a work environment.“Most libraries provide cubicles for quiet study.”
- A small enclosure at a swimming pool etc. used to provide personal privacy when changing.
- A small enclosure in a public toilet for individual use.
Where does cubicle come from?
From Late Middle English cubicle, from Latin cubiculum (“bedroom”).
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Words that rhyme with cubicle
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Questions about saying cubicle
How do you pronounce cubicle?
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 cubicle?
Cubicle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYOO). Broken into parts: KYOO · bih · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say cubicle 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.