How to pronounce precast
Say it like pree-KAST. Precast has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAST).
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- pree
- KAST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Precast pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- preeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- KASTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of precast
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: pree-KAHST.
What does precast mean?
- Cast previously in another location.“The bridge used precast concrete girders.”
- Structural members made of concrete, ready for installation.
- To cast in a location other than where to be installed.
Where does precast come from?
From pre- + cast.
Words that rhyme with precast
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Questions about saying precast
How do you pronounce precast?
Say pree-KAST. The American pronunciation is /priˈkæst/. In British English it is /priːˈkɑːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in precast?
Precast has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAST). Broken into parts: pree · KAST.
Is precast pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /priːˈkɑːst/ (pree-KAHST).