How to pronounce poculiform
Say it like POK-yuh-lih-form. Poculiform has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (POK).
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- POK
- yuh
- lih
- form
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Poculiform pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- POKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- formKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of poculiform
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: POK-yuu-lih-fawm.
What does poculiform mean?
- Having the shape of a goblet or drinking cup.
- A variety of snowdrop with petals of the same length.
Where does poculiform come from?
Latin pōculum (“cup”) + -iform; compare French poculiforme.
Questions about saying poculiform
How do you pronounce poculiform?
Say POK-yuh-lih-form. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑkjəlɪfɔrm/. In British English it is /ˈpɒkjʊlɪfɔːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in poculiform?
Poculiform has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (POK). Broken into parts: POK · yuh · lih · form.
Is poculiform pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈpɒkjʊlɪfɔːm/ (POK-yuu-lih-fawm).