How to pronounce facekini
Say it like fay-SKEE-nee. Facekini has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKEE).
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- fay
- SKEE
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Facekini pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- fayKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- SKEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of facekini
American and British speakers say facekini in essentially the same way: /feɪˈskini/ in the US and /feɪˈskiːni/ in the UK.
British respelling: fay-SKEE-nee.
What does facekini mean?
- A balaclava-like swimwear face mask which completely covers the face except for holes for the eyes, nose, and mouth, worn as protection from sun and irritants.
Words that rhyme with facekini
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of facekini.
Questions about saying facekini
How do you pronounce facekini?
Say fay-SKEE-nee. The American pronunciation is /feɪˈskini/. In British English it is /feɪˈskiːni/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in facekini?
Facekini has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKEE). Broken into parts: fay · SKEE · nee.
Do Americans and Brits say facekini the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /feɪˈskini/ and the British form is /feɪˈskiːni/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.