How to pronounce misstrike
Say it like mis-STRYKE. Misstrike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRYKE).
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- mis
- STRYKE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Misstrike pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- misKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- STRYKESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of misstrike
American and British speakers say misstrike in essentially the same way: /mɪsˈstraɪk/ in the US and /mɪsˈstraɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: mis-STRYKE.
What does misstrike mean?
- To strike badly or incorrectly.
- An instance of striking something badly or incorrectly, a misstroke
- A coin or medal with an irregularity, defect or error.
Where does misstrike come from?
From mis- + strike.
Words that rhyme with misstrike
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of misstrike.
Questions about saying misstrike
How do you pronounce misstrike?
Say mis-STRYKE. The American pronunciation is /mɪsˈstraɪk/. In British English it is /mɪsˈstraɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in misstrike?
Misstrike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRYKE). Broken into parts: mis · STRYKE.
Do Americans and Brits say misstrike the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /mɪsˈstraɪk/ and the British form is /mɪsˈstraɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.