How to pronounce kickstand
Say it like KIK-stand. Kickstand has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KIK).
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US American/ˈkɪkˌstænd/KIK-stand
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- KIK
- stand
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kickstand pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- standGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
What does kickstand mean?
noun
- A levered bar that can be folded down from the frame of a bicycle or motorcycle to prop it upright when not being ridden.
- A folding bar to prop up a mobile phone, tablet or similar device when it is being used on a surface.
Where does kickstand come from?
From kick + stand (the bar is typically kicked into place with the foot, and enables the vehicle to stand).
Questions about saying kickstand
How do you pronounce kickstand?
Say KIK-stand. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɪkˌstænd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kickstand?
Kickstand has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KIK). Broken into parts: KIK · stand.