How to pronounce precis
Say it like PRAY-see. Precis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAY).
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- PRAY
- see
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Precis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- seeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of precis
American and British speakers say precis in essentially the same way: /ˈpreɪˌsi/ in the US and /ˈpreɪˌsiː/ in the UK.
British respelling: PRAY-see.
What does precis mean?
- Alternative spelling of précis.
- Alternative form of précis.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with precis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of precis.
Questions about saying precis
How do you pronounce precis?
Say PRAY-see. The American pronunciation is /ˈpreɪˌsi/. In British English it is /ˈpreɪˌsiː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in precis?
Precis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRAY). Broken into parts: PRAY · see.
Do Americans and Brits say precis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpreɪˌsi/ and the British form is /ˈpreɪˌsiː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.