How to pronounce yichus
Say it like YIK-us. Yichus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YIK).
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- YIK
- us
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Yichus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- usKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of yichus
American and British speakers say yichus in essentially the same way: /ˈjɪkəs/ in the US and /ˈjɪkəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: YIK-us.
What does yichus mean?
- noble origins; pedigree
- clout, worth, reputation
Questions about saying yichus
How do you pronounce yichus?
Say YIK-us. The American pronunciation is /ˈjɪkəs/. In British English it is /ˈjɪkəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in yichus?
Yichus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YIK). Broken into parts: YIK · us.
Do Americans and Brits say yichus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈjɪkəs/ and the British form is /ˈjɪkəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.