How to pronounce syntonic
Say it like sin-TON-ik. Syntonic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TON).
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- sin
- TON
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Syntonic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- sinKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of syntonic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: sin-TON-ik.
What does syntonic mean?
- Having one's personality in harmony or synergy with one's milieu.
- Having the same frequency.
Where does syntonic come from?
From German Syntonie (“syntony”) + -ic.
Words that rhyme with syntonic
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Questions about saying syntonic
How do you pronounce syntonic?
Say sin-TON-ik. The American pronunciation is /sɪnˈtɑnɪk/. In British English it is /sɪnˈtɒnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in syntonic?
Syntonic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TON). Broken into parts: sin · TON · ik.
Is syntonic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /sɪnˈtɒnɪk/ (sin-TON-ik).