How to pronounce talc
Say it like TALK. Talc is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- TALK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Talc pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TALKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of talc
American and British speakers say talc in essentially the same way: /tælk/ in the US and /tælk/ in the UK.
British respelling: TALK.
What does talc mean?
- A soft mineral, composed of hydrated magnesium silicate, that has a soapy feel and a greenish, whitish, or grayish color, and usually occurs in foliated masses.
- Talcum powder.
- To apply talc to.
Questions about saying talc
How do you pronounce talc?
Say TALK. The American pronunciation is /tælk/. In British English it is /tælk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in talc?
Talc is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: TALK.
Do Americans and Brits say talc the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /tælk/ and the British form is /tælk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.