How to pronounce phonic
Say it like FON-ik. Phonic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FON).
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- FON
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Phonic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of phonic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: FON-ik.
What does phonic mean?
- Of or pertaining to sound; of the nature of sound; acoustic.
Words that rhyme with phonic
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Questions about saying phonic
How do you pronounce phonic?
Say FON-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɑnɪk/. In British English it is /ˈfɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in phonic?
Phonic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FON). Broken into parts: FON · ik.
Is phonic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈfɒnɪk/ (FON-ik).