How to pronounce tornadic
Say it like tor-NAY-dik. Tornadic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAY).
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- tor
- NAY
- dik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tornadic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- torKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- NAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- dikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of tornadic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: taw-NAY-dik.
What does tornadic mean?
- Of or relating to a tornado.“tornadic destruction”
- Having the ability to produce a tornado.“a tornadic thunderstorm”
Where does tornadic come from?
From tornado + -ic.
Questions about saying tornadic
How do you pronounce tornadic?
Say tor-NAY-dik. The American pronunciation is /tɔrˈneɪdɪk/. In British English it is /tɔːˈneɪdɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tornadic?
Tornadic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAY). Broken into parts: tor · NAY · dik.
Is tornadic 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 /tɔːˈneɪdɪk/ (taw-NAY-dik).