How to pronounce rachis
Say it like RAY-kis. Rachis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- kis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rachis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of rachis
American and British speakers say rachis in essentially the same way: /ˈreɪkɪs/ in the US and /ˈreɪkɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAY-kis.
What does rachis mean?
- An anatomical shaft or axis in a marine invertebrate.
- The central shaft of a feather.
- The axis of either a compound leaf, inflorescence, or fern frond.
Questions about saying rachis
How do you pronounce rachis?
Say RAY-kis. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪkɪs/. In British English it is /ˈreɪkɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rachis?
Rachis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · kis.
Do Americans and Brits say rachis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈreɪkɪs/ and the British form is /ˈreɪkɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.