Equicrescent is a rare word that is used in mathematics to describe a scenario when two curves or shapes have a similar area or length. In terms of its pronunciation, the word can be best described using IPA phonetic transcription as /ˌiːkwəˈkrɛsənt/. The emphasis is on the second syllable, and the first syllable has an "ee" sound. The "qu" in the word sounds like a "k" and the "s" is pronounced as "sənt." Despite its rarity, the word is essential in certain mathematical disciplines.