How to pronounce germicide
Say it like JUR-muh-syde. Germicide has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JUR).
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- JUR
- muh
- syde
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Germicide pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sydeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of germicide
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JUR-muh-syde.
What does germicide mean?
- An agent that kills pathogenic organisms; a disinfectant.
Where does germicide come from?
From germ + -cide.
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Questions about saying germicide
How do you pronounce germicide?
Say JUR-muh-syde. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɝməˌsaɪd/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɜːməˌsaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in germicide?
Germicide has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JUR). Broken into parts: JUR · muh · syde.
Is germicide 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 /ˈdʒɜːməˌsaɪd/ (JUR-muh-syde).