How to pronounce terebic
Say it like tuh-REB-ik. Terebic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REB).
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- tuh
- REB
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terebic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- REBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of terebic
American and British speakers say terebic in essentially the same way: /təˈrɛbɪk/ in the US and /tɛˈrɛbɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: teh-REB-ik.
What does terebic mean?
- Pertaining to turpentine, often terebic acid.
Where does terebic come from?
From terebinth + -ic.
Questions about saying terebic
How do you pronounce terebic?
Say tuh-REB-ik. The American pronunciation is /təˈrɛbɪk/. In British English it is /tɛˈrɛbɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terebic?
Terebic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REB). Broken into parts: tuh · REB · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say terebic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /təˈrɛbɪk/ and the British form is /tɛˈrɛbɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.