How to pronounce stoical
Say it like STOH-ih-kul. Stoical has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STOH).
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- STOH
- ih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stoical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of stoical
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: STOH-ih-kul.
What does stoical mean?
- Enduring pain and hardship without showing feeling or complaint.
Where does stoical come from?
From Middle English stoicalle, from Latin stōicus + -al.
Questions about saying stoical
How do you pronounce stoical?
Say STOH-ih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈstoʊɪkəl/. In British English it is /ˈstəʊɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stoical?
Stoical has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STOH). Broken into parts: STOH · ih · kul.
Is stoical pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈstəʊɪkəl/ (STOH-ih-kul).