How to pronounce dacron
Say it like DAK-rahn. Dacron has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAK).
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- DAK
- rahn
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dacron pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- rahnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of dacron
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: DAK-ron.
What does dacron mean?
- A polymer, polyethylene terephthalate PET, as used for making thread and cloth.
Where does dacron come from?
Originated in 1951 (as Dacron) as a trademark, modern coinage by E.I.
Questions about saying dacron
How do you pronounce dacron?
Say DAK-rahn. The American pronunciation is /ˈdæˌkrɑn/. In British English it is /ˈdæˌkrɒn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dacron?
Dacron has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAK). Broken into parts: DAK · rahn.
Is dacron 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 /ˈdæˌkrɒn/ (DAK-ron).