How to pronounce scient
Say it like SY-unt. Scient has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY).
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- SY
- unt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scient pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- untKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of scient
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 1.
British respelling: SYNT.
What does scient mean?
- Knowing; aware; knowledgeable.
Where does scient come from?
From Latin sciēns (“knowing”), from sciō (“know”).
Words that rhyme with scient
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of scient.
Questions about saying scient
How do you pronounce scient?
Say SY-unt. The American pronunciation is /ˈsaɪənt/. In British English it is /saɪnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scient?
Scient has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY). Broken into parts: SY · unt.
Is scient pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 1. The British form is /saɪnt/ (SYNT).