How to pronounce fiscus
Say it like FIS-kus. Fiscus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIS).
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- FIS
- kus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fiscus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of fiscus
American and British speakers say fiscus in essentially the same way: /ˈfɪskəs/ in the US and /ˈfɪskəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: FIS-kus.
What does fiscus mean?
- A government treasury.
Where does fiscus come from?
Borrowed from Latin fiscus (“treasury”).
Words that rhyme with fiscus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of fiscus.
Questions about saying fiscus
How do you pronounce fiscus?
Say FIS-kus. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɪskəs/. In British English it is /ˈfɪskəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fiscus?
Fiscus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIS). Broken into parts: FIS · kus.
Do Americans and Brits say fiscus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfɪskəs/ and the British form is /ˈfɪskəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.