How to pronounce euphonic
Say it like yoo-FON-ik. Euphonic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FON).
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- yoo
- FON
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Euphonic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- yooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- FONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of euphonic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: yoo-FON-ik.
What does euphonic mean?
- Characterized by euphony; harmonious.
Where does euphonic come from?
From euphony + -ic (suffix forming adjectives with the sense ‘of or pertaining to’).
Words that rhyme with euphonic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of euphonic.
Questions about saying euphonic
How do you pronounce euphonic?
Say yoo-FON-ik. The American pronunciation is /juˈfɑnɪk/. In British English it is /juːˈfɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in euphonic?
Euphonic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FON). Broken into parts: yoo · FON · ik.
Is euphonic 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 /juːˈfɒnɪk/ (yoo-FON-ik).