How to pronounce indexical
Say it like in-DEK-sih-kul. Indexical has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEK).
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- in
- DEK
- sih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Indexical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- DEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- sihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of indexical
American and British speakers say indexical in essentially the same way: /ɪnˈdɛksɪkəl/ in the US and /ɪnˈdɛksɪkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-DEK-sih-kul.
What does indexical mean?
- Of, pertaining to, or like, an index; having the form of an index.
- Having or imparting a meaning, or signifying a referent, that changes according to context.
- An indexical term.
Where does indexical come from?
From index + -ical.
Words that rhyme with indexical
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of indexical.
Questions about saying indexical
How do you pronounce indexical?
Say in-DEK-sih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ɪnˈdɛksɪkəl/. In British English it is /ɪnˈdɛksɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in indexical?
Indexical has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEK). Broken into parts: in · DEK · sih · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say indexical the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪnˈdɛksɪkəl/ and the British form is /ɪnˈdɛksɪkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.