How to pronounce nickelback
Say it like NIK-ul-bak. Nickelback has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NIK).
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- NIK
- ul
- bak
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nickelback 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.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bakKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of nickelback
American and British speakers say nickelback in essentially the same way: /ˈnɪkəlbæk/ in the US and /ˈnɪkəlbæk/ in the UK.
British respelling: NIK-ul-bak.
What does nickelback mean?
- A fifth defensive back (in addition to two cornerbacks and two safeties) who is deployed for additional pass coverage.
- Alternative form of Nickelback.
Where does nickelback come from?
Blend of nickel + cornerback.
Questions about saying nickelback
How do you pronounce nickelback?
Say NIK-ul-bak. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɪkəlbæk/. In British English it is /ˈnɪkəlbæk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nickelback?
Nickelback has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NIK). Broken into parts: NIK · ul · bak.
Do Americans and Brits say nickelback the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɪkəlbæk/ and the British form is /ˈnɪkəlbæk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.