How to pronounce lauric
Say it like LOR-ik. Lauric has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOR).
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- LOR
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lauric pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lauric
American and British speakers say lauric in essentially the same way: /ˈlɔrɪk/ in the US and /ˈlɒrɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: LOR-ik.
What does lauric mean?
- Pertaining to, or derived from, the European bay or laurel (Laurus nobilis)
Where does lauric come from?
From Latin laurus (“laurel”) + English -ic.
Words that rhyme with lauric
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lauric.
Questions about saying lauric
How do you pronounce lauric?
Say LOR-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɔrɪk/. In British English it is /ˈlɒrɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lauric?
Lauric has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOR). Broken into parts: LOR · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say lauric the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɔrɪk/ and the British form is /ˈlɒrɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.