How to pronounce ikon
Say it like EYE-kon. Ikon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- kon
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ikon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- konKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of ikon
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: EYE-kon.
What does ikon mean?
- Alternative form of icon (religious image).
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Questions about saying ikon
How do you pronounce ikon?
Say EYE-kon. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪkɑn/. In British English it is /ˈaɪkɒn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ikon?
Ikon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · kon.
Is ikon pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈaɪkɒn/ (EYE-kon).
What words sound the same as ikon?
Ikon sounds the same as icon in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.