How to pronounce ficus
Say it like FY-kus. Ficus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FY).
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- FY
- kus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ficus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- kusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ficus
American and British speakers say ficus in essentially the same way: /ˈfaɪkəs/ in the US and /ˈfaɪkəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: FY-kus.
What does ficus mean?
- Any plant belonging to the genus Ficus, including the rubber plant, of species Ficus elastica.
Where does ficus come from?
Borrowed from Latin fīcus (“fig”).
Questions about saying ficus
How do you pronounce ficus?
Say FY-kus. The American pronunciation is /ˈfaɪkəs/. In British English it is /ˈfaɪkəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ficus?
Ficus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FY). Broken into parts: FY · kus.
Do Americans and Brits say ficus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfaɪkəs/ and the British form is /ˈfaɪkəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.