How to pronounce hypercard
Say it like hy-per-KARD. Hypercard has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KARD).
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- hy
- per
- KARD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hypercard pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- hyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- KARDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of hypercard
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: hy-puh-KAHD.
What does hypercard mean?
- A shape, used in magic tricks, made by cutting and folding a playing card.
Where does hypercard come from?
From hyper- + card.
Words that rhyme with hypercard
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hypercard.
Questions about saying hypercard
How do you pronounce hypercard?
Say hy-per-KARD. The American pronunciation is /ˌhaɪpɚˈkɑrd/. In British English it is /ˌhaɪpəˈkɑːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hypercard?
Hypercard has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KARD). Broken into parts: hy · per · KARD.
Is hypercard 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 /ˌhaɪpəˈkɑːd/ (hy-puh-KAHD).