How to pronounce lactic
Say it like LAK-tik. Lactic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAK).
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- LAK
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lactic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lactic
American and British speakers say lactic in essentially the same way: /ˈlæktɪk/ in the US and /ˈlæktɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAK-tik.
What does lactic mean?
- Of, relating to, or derived from milk.
- Relating to, or producing, lactic acid.“lactic fermentation”
Where does lactic come from?
From Latin lactis (“of milk”), genitive form of lac (“milk”), with the suffix -ic.
Words that rhyme with lactic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lactic.
Questions about saying lactic
How do you pronounce lactic?
Say LAK-tik. The American pronunciation is /ˈlæktɪk/. In British English it is /ˈlæktɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lactic?
Lactic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAK). Broken into parts: LAK · tik.
Do Americans and Brits say lactic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlæktɪk/ and the British form is /ˈlæktɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.