How to pronounce formic
Say it like FOR-mik. Formic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR).
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- FOR
- mik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Formic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- mikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of formic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FAW-mik.
What does formic mean?
- Of or pertaining to ants.
- Of, pertaining to or derived from formic acid (or from methane).
Where does formic come from?
Formed from the root of Latin formīca (“ant”) + -ic.
Questions about saying formic
How do you pronounce formic?
Say FOR-mik. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɔrmɪk/. In British English it is /ˈfɔːmɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in formic?
Formic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR). Broken into parts: FOR · mik.
Is formic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈfɔːmɪk/ (FAW-mik).