How to pronounce preconception
Say it like pree-kun-SEP-shun. Preconception has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEP).
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- pree
- kun
- SEP
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preconception 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.
- SEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of preconception
American and British speakers say preconception in essentially the same way: /ˌprikənˈsɛpʃən/ in the US and /ˌpriːkənˈsɛpʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-kun-SEP-shun.
What does preconception mean?
- An opinion formed before obtaining adequate evidence, especially as the result of bias or prejudice.
- A prejudice that prevents rational consideration of an issue.
- Preconceptional.
Where does preconception come from?
From pre- + conception.
Words that rhyme with preconception
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of preconception.
Questions about saying preconception
How do you pronounce preconception?
Say pree-kun-SEP-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌprikənˈsɛpʃən/. In British English it is /ˌpriːkənˈsɛpʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preconception?
Preconception has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEP). Broken into parts: pree · kun · SEP · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say preconception the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌprikənˈsɛpʃən/ and the British form is /ˌpriːkənˈsɛpʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.