How to Pronounce “domicile”

American (US)

/ˈdɑ.mɪ.saɪl/

British (UK)

/ˈdɒm.ɪ.saɪl/

noun — A home or residence.

Example: The call to jury duty was sent to my legal domicile; too bad I was on vacation at the time.

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

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

What does "domicile" mean?

domicile (noun): A home or residence. For example — The call to jury duty was sent to my legal domicile; too bad I was on vacation at the time.

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

American English: /ˈdɑ.mɪ.saɪl/. British English: /ˈdɒm.ɪ.saɪl/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "domicile"?

/ˈdɑ.mɪ.saɪl/ in American English, /ˈdɒm.ɪ.saɪl/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "domicile"?

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