How to pronounce practise
Say it like PRAK-tis. Practise has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAK).
- PRAK
- tis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Practise pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of practise
American and British speakers say practise in essentially the same way: /ˈpræktɪs/ in the US and /ˈpræktɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: PRAK-tis.
What does practise mean?
- engage in a rehearsal (of)
- carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions“practice law”
- learn by repetition“We drilled French verbs every day”“Pianists practice scales”
Where does practise come from?
From Middle English practizen, a variant of practisen, from Middle French pratiser, practiser, from Medieval Latin practizo, from Late Latin practico (“to do, perform, execute, propose, practise, exercise, be conversant with, contrive, cons
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Words that sound like practise
Questions about saying practise
How do you pronounce practise?
Say PRAK-tis. The American pronunciation is /ˈpræktɪs/. In British English it is /ˈpræktɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in practise?
Practise has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAK). Broken into parts: PRAK · tis.
Do Americans and Brits say practise the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpræktɪs/ and the British form is /ˈpræktɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as practise?
Practise sounds the same as practice in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.