How to pronounce phrenic
Say it like FREN-ik. Phrenic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FREN).
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- FREN
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Phrenic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FRENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of phrenic
American and British speakers say phrenic in essentially the same way: /ˈfrɛnɪk/ in the US and /ˈfrɛnɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: FREN-ik.
What does phrenic mean?
- Of or pertaining to the diaphragm
- Relating to the mind or mental activity
Words that rhyme with phrenic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of phrenic.
Questions about saying phrenic
How do you pronounce phrenic?
Say FREN-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˈfrɛnɪk/. In British English it is /ˈfrɛnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in phrenic?
Phrenic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FREN). Broken into parts: FREN · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say phrenic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfrɛnɪk/ and the British form is /ˈfrɛnɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.