How to pronounce vicarage
Say it like VIK-uh-rij. Vicarage has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VIK).
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- VIK
- uh
- rij
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vicarage pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rijKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of vicarage
American and British speakers say vicarage in essentially the same way: /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/ in the US and /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: VIK-uh-rij.
What does vicarage mean?
- The residence of a vicar.
- The benefice, duties, or office of a vicar.
Where does vicarage come from?
From vicar + -age.
Questions about saying vicarage
How do you pronounce vicarage?
Say VIK-uh-rij. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/. In British English it is /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vicarage?
Vicarage has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VIK). Broken into parts: VIK · uh · rij.
Do Americans and Brits say vicarage the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/ and the British form is /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.