How to pronounce imprecise
Say it like im-pruh-SYCE. Imprecise has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SYCE).
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- im
- pruh
- SYCE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Imprecise pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- pruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SYCESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of imprecise
American and British speakers say imprecise in essentially the same way: /ɪmprəˈsaɪs/ in the US and /ɪmprɪˈsaɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: im-prih-SYCE.
What does imprecise mean?
- Not precise or exact; containing some error or uncertainty.
Where does imprecise come from?
From im- + precise.
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Words that rhyme with imprecise
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Questions about saying imprecise
How do you pronounce imprecise?
Say im-pruh-SYCE. The American pronunciation is /ɪmprəˈsaɪs/. In British English it is /ɪmprɪˈsaɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in imprecise?
Imprecise has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SYCE). Broken into parts: im · pruh · SYCE.
Do Americans and Brits say imprecise the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪmprəˈsaɪs/ and the British form is /ɪmprɪˈsaɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.