How to pronounce dyslectic
Say it like dih-SLEK-tik. Dyslectic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SLEK).
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- dih
- SLEK
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dyslectic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SLEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of dyslectic
American and British speakers say dyslectic in essentially the same way: /dɪˈslɛktɪk/ in the US and /dɪˈslɛktɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: dih-SLEK-tik.
What does dyslectic mean?
- dyslexic
- dyslexic
Where does dyslectic come from?
Piecewise doublet of dyslexic
Words that rhyme with dyslectic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dyslectic.
Questions about saying dyslectic
How do you pronounce dyslectic?
Say dih-SLEK-tik. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈslɛktɪk/. In British English it is /dɪˈslɛktɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dyslectic?
Dyslectic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SLEK). Broken into parts: dih · SLEK · tik.
Do Americans and Brits say dyslectic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪˈslɛktɪk/ and the British form is /dɪˈslɛktɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.