How to pronounce formica
Say it like for-MY-kuh. Formica has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MY).
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- for
- MY
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Formica pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- forKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- MYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of formica
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: faw-MY-kuh.
What does formica mean?
- A heat-resistant laminate material used to veneer countertops.
Where does formica come from?
Genericized trademark from Formica.
Words that rhyme with formica
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of formica.
Questions about saying formica
How do you pronounce formica?
Say for-MY-kuh. The American pronunciation is /fɔrˈmaɪkə/. In British English it is /fɔːˈmaɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in formica?
Formica has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MY). Broken into parts: for · MY · kuh.
Is formica 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 /fɔːˈmaɪkə/ (faw-MY-kuh).