How to pronounce polytechnic
Say it like pol-ih-TEK-nik. Polytechnic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TEK).
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- pol
- ih
- TEK
- nik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Polytechnic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- polGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- nikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of polytechnic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: pol-ih-TEK-nik.
What does polytechnic mean?
- That teaches applied arts, sciences, technology, engineering and other academic subjects.
- An educational institute that teaches applied arts and sciences rather than academic subjects.
- A three-year post-secondary vocational training institute, equivalent of community college in the U.S. or TAFE in Australia.
Where does polytechnic come from?
First attested in 1805.
Words that rhyme with polytechnic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of polytechnic.
Questions about saying polytechnic
How do you pronounce polytechnic?
Say pol-ih-TEK-nik. The American pronunciation is /ˌpɑlɪˈtɛknɪk/. In British English it is /ˌpɒlɪˈtɛknɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in polytechnic?
Polytechnic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TEK). Broken into parts: pol · ih · TEK · nik.
Is polytechnic 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 /ˌpɒlɪˈtɛknɪk/ (pol-ih-TEK-nik).