How to pronounce neckline
Say it like NEK-lyne. Neckline has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEK).
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- NEK
- lyne
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neckline pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- lyneGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of neckline
American and British speakers say neckline in essentially the same way: /ˈnɛˌklaɪn/ in the US and /ˈnɛˌklaɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: NEK-lyne.
What does neckline mean?
- The line formed by the edge of an article of clothing that surrounds the neck, especially as seen at the front.
Where does neckline come from?
From neck + line.
Questions about saying neckline
How do you pronounce neckline?
Say NEK-lyne. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛˌklaɪn/. In British English it is /ˈnɛˌklaɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neckline?
Neckline has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEK). Broken into parts: NEK · lyne.
Do Americans and Brits say neckline the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɛˌklaɪn/ and the British form is /ˈnɛˌklaɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.