How to pronounce imprecision
Say it like im-prih-SIZH-un. Imprecision has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SIZH).
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- im
- prih
- SIZH
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Imprecision pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- prihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SIZHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of imprecision
American and British speakers say imprecision in essentially the same way: /ˌɪmprɪˈsɪʒən/ in the US and /ˌɪmprɪˈsɪʒən/ in the UK.
British respelling: im-prih-SIZH-un.
What does imprecision mean?
- A lack of precision or exactness; poor accuracy.
Where does imprecision come from?
From im- + precision.
Words that rhyme with imprecision
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of imprecision.
Questions about saying imprecision
How do you pronounce imprecision?
Say im-prih-SIZH-un. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪmprɪˈsɪʒən/. In British English it is /ˌɪmprɪˈsɪʒən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in imprecision?
Imprecision has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SIZH). Broken into parts: im · prih · SIZH · un.
Do Americans and Brits say imprecision the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪmprɪˈsɪʒən/ and the British form is /ˌɪmprɪˈsɪʒən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.