How to pronounce sidecar
Say it like SYDE-kar. Sidecar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SYDE).
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- SYDE
- kar
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sidecar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SYDESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- karKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of sidecar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SYDE-kah.
What does sidecar mean?
- A one-wheeled attachment to the side of a motorcycle to allow for a separate seat for a passenger or cargo space.
- A cocktail made with cognac (or brandy), triple sec liqueur, and lemon juice.
- A software component that runs in a separate process from the rest of the software, to provide isolation and encapsulation.
Where does sidecar come from?
From side + car.
Questions about saying sidecar
How do you pronounce sidecar?
Say SYDE-kar. The American pronunciation is /ˈsaɪdkɑr/. In British English it is /ˈsaɪdkɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sidecar?
Sidecar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SYDE). Broken into parts: SYDE · kar.
Is sidecar pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈsaɪdkɑː/ (SYDE-kah).