How to pronounce nic
Say it like NIK. Nic is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- NIK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of nic
American and British speakers say nic in essentially the same way: /nɪk/ in the US and /nɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: NIK.
What does nic mean?
- nicotine“I prefer vaping with nic-free juice.”
Where does nic come from?
Clipping of nicotine.
Words that rhyme with nic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nic.
Words that sound like nic
Questions about saying nic
How do you pronounce nic?
Say NIK. The American pronunciation is /nɪk/. In British English it is /nɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nic?
Nic is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: NIK.
Do Americans and Brits say nic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /nɪk/ and the British form is /nɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as nic?
Nic sounds the same as nick in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.