How Do You Spell CONTAKION?
Pronunciation: [kəntˈaki͡ən] (IPA) 
Contakion is a word that is spelled with a "K" instead of a "C". This is because the word has Greek origins, where the "K" sound is more commonly used. The correct pronunciation of contakion is [kənˈteɪkiən]. The first syllable is pronounced like "kuhn" with a short "u" sound, followed by "tay" and "kee". The last syllable is pronounced like "yun" with a short "u" sound and an "n" sound at the end. It is a religious hymn that is sung in Greek Orthodox churches during special ceremonies.
