How to pronounce equine
Say it like EE-kwyne. Equine has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE).
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- EE
- kwyne
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Equine pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kwyneGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of equine
American and British speakers say equine in essentially the same way: /ˈiˌkwaɪn/ in the US and /ˈɛˌkwaɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: EK-wyne.
What does equine mean?
- Any horse or horse-like animal, especially one of the genus Equus.
- Of, relating to, or reminiscent of horses.
- Of or relating to any member or members of the genus Equus, including horses, donkeys, mules, zebras, and others.
Where does equine come from?
Learned borrowing from Latin equīnus (“of or pertaining to horses”).
Questions about saying equine
How do you pronounce equine?
Say EE-kwyne. The American pronunciation is /ˈiˌkwaɪn/. In British English it is /ˈɛˌkwaɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in equine?
Equine has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE). Broken into parts: EE · kwyne.
Do Americans and Brits say equine the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈiˌkwaɪn/ and the British form is /ˈɛˌkwaɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.