How to pronounce lycan
Say it like LY-kun. Lycan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY).
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- LY
- kun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lycan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lycan
American and British speakers say lycan in essentially the same way: /ˈlaɪkən/ in the US and /ˈlaɪkən/ in the UK.
British respelling: LY-kun.
What does lycan mean?
- A werewolf.
Where does lycan come from?
Clipping of lycanthrope.
Words that rhyme with lycan
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lycan.
Words that sound like lycan
Questions about saying lycan
How do you pronounce lycan?
Say LY-kun. The American pronunciation is /ˈlaɪkən/. In British English it is /ˈlaɪkən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lycan?
Lycan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY). Broken into parts: LY · kun.
Do Americans and Brits say lycan the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlaɪkən/ and the British form is /ˈlaɪkən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as lycan?
Lycan sounds the same as lichen, liken in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.