How to pronounce duplifix
Say it like DOO-plih-fiks. Duplifix has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO).
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- DOO
- plih
- fiks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duplifix pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- plihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- fiksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of duplifix
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: DYOO-plih-fiks.
What does duplifix mean?
- An affix which, when applied, incorporates some of the stem word it is modifying.
- An affix that works by duplicating part of the stem word.
Where does duplifix come from?
From dupli(cate) + -fix.
Questions about saying duplifix
How do you pronounce duplifix?
Say DOO-plih-fiks. The American pronunciation is /ˈduplɪfɪks/. In British English it is /ˈdjuːplɪfɪks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duplifix?
Duplifix has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO). Broken into parts: DOO · plih · fiks.
Is duplifix pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈdjuːplɪfɪks/ (DYOO-plih-fiks).