How to Pronounce “coincide”

American (US)

/ˌkoʊɪnˈsaɪd/

British (UK)

/ˌkəʊɪnˈsaɪd/

Australian (AU)

/ˌkəʉɪnˈsɑed/

verb — To occupy exactly the same space.

Example: The two squares coincide nicely.

The final e is silent. The transcription /ˌkoʊɪnˈsaɪd/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “coincide” is not pronounced.

Where the stress falls. “coincide” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkoʊɪnˈsaɪd/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "coincide" mean?

coincide (verb): To occupy exactly the same space. For example — The two squares coincide nicely.

How do you pronounce "coincide" in American vs British English?

American English: /ˌkoʊɪnˈsaɪd/. British English: /ˌkəʊɪnˈsaɪd/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "coincide"?

/ˌkoʊɪnˈsaɪd/ in American English, /ˌkəʊɪnˈsaɪd/ in British English, /ˌkəʉɪnˈsɑed/ in Australian English.

Which syllable is stressed in "coincide"?

“coincide” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkoʊɪnˈsaɪd/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.