How to pronounce syndic
Say it like SIN-dik. Syndic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIN).
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- SIN
- dik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Syndic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- dikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of syndic
American and British speakers say syndic in essentially the same way: /ˈsɪndɪk/ in the US and /ˈsɪndɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: SIN-dik.
What does syndic mean?
- A government official having different duties depending on the country; also, a magistrate, especially one of the Chief Magistrates of Geneva, Switzerland.
- An agent of a corporation, or of any body of people engaged in a business enterprise; specifically, in the University of Cambridge, a member of the senate appointed to carry out specific duties.“In France, syndics are appointed by the creditors of a bankrupt to manage the property.”
- A layperson who is given official responsibility for the finances, care, and civil administration of the nonreligious details of a convent or religious community.
Questions about saying syndic
How do you pronounce syndic?
Say SIN-dik. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪndɪk/. In British English it is /ˈsɪndɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in syndic?
Syndic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIN). Broken into parts: SIN · dik.
Do Americans and Brits say syndic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɪndɪk/ and the British form is /ˈsɪndɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.