How to pronounce flaccid
Say it like FLAK-sid. Flaccid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLAK).
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- FLAK
- sid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flaccid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of flaccid
American and British speakers say flaccid in essentially the same way: /ˈflæksɪd/ in the US and /ˈflæksɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: FLAK-sid.
What does flaccid mean?
- Flabby; lacking firmness or muscle tone.
- Soft; floppy.
- Not erect.
Where does flaccid come from?
Borrowed from Latin flaccid(us).
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Questions about saying flaccid
How do you pronounce flaccid?
Say FLAK-sid. The American pronunciation is /ˈflæksɪd/. In British English it is /ˈflæksɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flaccid?
Flaccid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLAK). Broken into parts: FLAK · sid.
Do Americans and Brits say flaccid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈflæksɪd/ and the British form is /ˈflæksɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.