How to Pronounce Spec

To pronounce "spec", say SPEC — one syllable, IPA /ˈspɛk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈspɛk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spec”

"spec" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with check and peck, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: speck — easy to mix up when writing.

What does spec mean?

noun

  1. A special place (for hiding or viewing)
  2. A spectacular mark (catch) in Australian rules football.

verb

  1. To specify, especially in a formal specification document.

noun

  1. A reduction in consumer cost (usually for a limited time) for items or services rendered.

    “We're running a special on turkey for Thanksgiving.”

  2. One of a rotation of meals systematically offered for a lower price at a restaurant.

    “Today's special is our tuna melt on rye.”

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Words that rhyme with spec

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

checkpeckwreckspeckgeckdeckroughneckwhelkheckseckblechbottleneck

Related words

specificationspecificationstpcpstandardspecifyingspecifyspecified

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spec"?▾

"Spec" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "spec"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spec" is /ˈspɛk/.

What does "spec" mean?▾

Spec: A special place (for hiding or viewing)

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