How to pronounce intercity
Say it like IN-ter-sit-ee. Intercity has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- ter
- sit
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Intercity pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- sitGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of intercity
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: IN-tuh-sit-ee.
What does intercity mean?
- Between cities; connecting cities with other cities.“I plan to catch an intercity train, or bus.”
- Something that runs between cities, such as a railroad.
Where does intercity come from?
From inter- + city.
Questions about saying intercity
How do you pronounce intercity?
Say IN-ter-sit-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪntɚˌsɪti/. In British English it is /ˈɪntəˌsɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in intercity?
Intercity has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · ter · sit · ee.
Is intercity 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 /ˈɪntəˌsɪti/ (IN-tuh-sit-ee).