How to pronounce dyslexic
Say it like dih-SLEK-sik. Dyslexic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SLEK).
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- dih
- SLEK
- sik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dyslexic 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.
- sikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of dyslexic
American and British speakers say dyslexic in essentially the same way: /dɪˈslɛksɪk/ in the US and /dɪˈslɛksɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: dih-SLEK-sik.
What does dyslexic mean?
- A person who has dyslexia.
- Of or pertaining to dyslexia.
- Having dyslexia.
Where does dyslexic come from?
By surface analysis, dyslexia + -ic.
Words that rhyme with dyslexic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dyslexic.
Questions about saying dyslexic
How do you pronounce dyslexic?
Say dih-SLEK-sik. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈslɛksɪk/. In British English it is /dɪˈslɛksɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dyslexic?
Dyslexic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SLEK). Broken into parts: dih · SLEK · sik.
Do Americans and Brits say dyslexic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪˈslɛksɪk/ and the British form is /dɪˈslɛksɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.