How to pronounce "cyberspace"

cyberspace

Noun
American
/ˈsaɪbərˌspeɪs/

Syllable Breakdown

cy ber space

How natives say cyberspace

British
/ˈsaɪbəˌspeɪs/

Syllable Breakdown

cy ber space

How natives say cyberspace

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'sigh' as in a deep breath.

  • Add 'ber', like the end of 'number'.

  • Finish with 'space', like the area around.

Common Mistakes

  • cy-ber-space (pronouncing 'cy' as 'ki')

  • cy-ber-space (forgetting the 'r' in 'ber')

  • cy-ber-space (misplacing stress on second syllable)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'sigh' as in a deep breath.

  • Add 'bə', where the 'r' is softer or silent.

  • Finish with 'space', crisp and clear.

common mistakes

  • cy-ber-space (pronouncing 'cy' as 'ki')

  • cy-ber-space (adding an 'r' sound at the end of 'bə')

  • cy-ber-space (misplacing stress on 'ber')

FAQ

How many syllables does 'cyberspace' have?

Three: cy-ber-space.

Where is the stress in 'cyberspace'?

The stress is on the first syllable: CY-ber-space.

Is the 'r' in 'cyberspace' pronounced?

In American English, yes. In British English, it can be softer or silent.

Definition

cyberspace

The online virtual world created by computers and the internet.

Word Family

cyber

/ˈsaɪbər/

adjective

Related to computers or the internet

Example: Cyber security is important.

cybernetics

/ˌsaɪbərˈnɛtɪks/

noun

Study of control in systems and machines

Example: He studies cybernetics.

cyberattack

/ˈsaɪbərəˌtæk/

noun

An attack initiated from a computer

Example: The company faced a cyberattack.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Cyberspace has an additional 'space' sound.

Cybernetics has more syllables and a different ending.

Cyberattack ends with a strong 'attack'.

Pro Tips

Practice with similar words

Use words like 'cyber' and 'cybernetics' to become familiar with the 'cy-' sound.

Focus on stress

Make sure to emphasize the first syllable, 'cy-', to pronounce it correctly.

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/ˈdɪfərəns/

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