How to pronounce phosphoric
Say it like FOS-fuh-rik. Phosphoric has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOS).
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- FOS
- fuh
- rik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Phosphoric pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FOSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- fuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of phosphoric
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: FOS-fuh-rik.
What does phosphoric mean?
- Pertaining to the element phosphorus; containing phosphorus, especially in its higher valency (5).
- Pertaining to a phosphor; phosphorescent.
Where does phosphoric come from?
From phosphor + -ic.
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Questions about saying phosphoric
How do you pronounce phosphoric?
Say FOS-fuh-rik. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɑsfərɪk/. In British English it is /ˈfɒsfərɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in phosphoric?
Phosphoric has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOS). Broken into parts: FOS · fuh · rik.
Is phosphoric 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 /ˈfɒsfərɪk/ (FOS-fuh-rik).