How to pronounce listicle
Say it like LIS-tih-kul. Listicle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIS).
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- LIS
- tih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Listicle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tihKeep 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 listicle
American and British speakers say listicle in essentially the same way: /ˈlɪstɪkəl/ in the US and /ˈlɪstɪkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: LIS-tih-kul.
What does listicle mean?
- An article based around a list.
Where does listicle come from?
Blend of list + article.
Words that rhyme with listicle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of listicle.
Questions about saying listicle
How do you pronounce listicle?
Say LIS-tih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɪstɪkəl/. In British English it is /ˈlɪstɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in listicle?
Listicle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIS). Broken into parts: LIS · tih · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say listicle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɪstɪkəl/ and the British form is /ˈlɪstɪkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.