How to pronounce dykon
Say it like DY-kon. Dykon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DY).
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- DY
- kon
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dykon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- konKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of dykon
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: DY-kon.
What does dykon mean?
- A celebrity, especially a woman (often a lesbian), who is much admired by lesbians.
Where does dykon come from?
Blend of dyke + icon.
Words that rhyme with dykon
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dykon.
Questions about saying dykon
How do you pronounce dykon?
Say DY-kon. The American pronunciation is /ˈdaɪkɑn/. In British English it is /ˈdaɪkɒn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dykon?
Dykon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DY). Broken into parts: DY · kon.
Is dykon 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 /ˈdaɪkɒn/ (DY-kon).