How to pronounce precook
Say it like pree-KUUK. Precook has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUUK).
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- pree
- KUUK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Precook 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.
- KUUKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of precook
American and British speakers say precook in essentially the same way: /ˌpriˈkʊk/ in the US and /ˌpriːˈkʊk/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-KUUK.
What does precook mean?
- to partially or completely cook in advance
Where does precook come from?
From pre- + cook.
Words that rhyme with precook
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of precook.
Questions about saying precook
How do you pronounce precook?
Say pree-KUUK. The American pronunciation is /ˌpriˈkʊk/. In British English it is /ˌpriːˈkʊk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in precook?
Precook has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUUK). Broken into parts: pree · KUUK.
Do Americans and Brits say precook the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌpriˈkʊk/ and the British form is /ˌpriːˈkʊk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.