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Cómo se dice y pronuncia « Nike/2-syl/ » en English — Nike
/ˈnaɪ.kiː/
Nombrado por Νίκη (Níkē), the Greek goddess of victory. Two syllables: "nai-kee", not "naik".
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ˈnaɪ.kiː — correct
Frequently asked questions 6
How do you pronounce Nike?
Nike is pronounced /ˈnaɪ.kiː/ — "NI-ke" with primary stress on the first syllable.
How many syllables are in Nike?
Nike has 2 syllables: NI-ke. Stress falls on the first syllable.
Which syllable is stressed in Nike?
The first syllable — "NI" — carries primary stress: /ˈnaɪ.kiː/.
Where does the word Nike come from?
Nike is a Greek loanword — Named after Νίκη (Níkē), the Greek goddess of victory. Two syllables: "nai-kee", not "naik"..
Is Nike pronounced the same in British, American and Australian English?
Nike is pronounced the same in all major English dialects.
How can I practice pronouncing Nike?
Break the word into 2 syllables and exaggerate each: NI—KE. Stress the first syllable loudly.