How to pronounce xanthic
Say it like ZAN-thik. Xanthic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAN).
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- ZAN
- thik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Xanthic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- thikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of xanthic
American and British speakers say xanthic in essentially the same way: /ˈzænθɪk/ in the US and /ˈzænθɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZAN-thik.
What does xanthic mean?
- Of a yellowish color.
Where does xanthic come from?
From xanth- + -ic.
Questions about saying xanthic
How do you pronounce xanthic?
Say ZAN-thik. The American pronunciation is /ˈzænθɪk/. In British English it is /ˈzænθɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in xanthic?
Xanthic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAN). Broken into parts: ZAN · thik.
Do Americans and Brits say xanthic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzænθɪk/ and the British form is /ˈzænθɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.