How to pronounce preconceive
Say it like pree-kun-SEEV. Preconceive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEEV).
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- pree
- kun
- SEEV
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preconceive pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- preeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SEEVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of preconceive
American and British speakers say preconceive in essentially the same way: /ˌprikənˈsiv/ in the US and /ˌpriːkənˈsiːv/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-kun-SEEV.
What does preconceive mean?
- To conceive, or form an opinion of, beforehand; to have a preconception
Where does preconceive come from?
From pre- + conceive.
Words that rhyme with preconceive
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Questions about saying preconceive
How do you pronounce preconceive?
Say pree-kun-SEEV. The American pronunciation is /ˌprikənˈsiv/. In British English it is /ˌpriːkənˈsiːv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preconceive?
Preconceive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEEV). Broken into parts: pree · kun · SEEV.
Do Americans and Brits say preconceive the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌprikənˈsiv/ and the British form is /ˌpriːkənˈsiːv/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.