How to pronounce thermic
Say it like THUR-mik. Thermic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THUR).
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- THUR
- mik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Thermic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- THURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- mikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of thermic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: THUR-mik.
What does thermic mean?
- Of, related to, or associated with heat; thermal.
Words that rhyme with thermic
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Questions about saying thermic
How do you pronounce thermic?
Say THUR-mik. The American pronunciation is /ˈθɝmɪk/. In British English it is /ˈθɜːmɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in thermic?
Thermic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THUR). Broken into parts: THUR · mik.
Is thermic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈθɜːmɪk/ (THUR-mik).