symlink

linux

A symbolic link — a file that acts as a pointer or reference to another file or directory in the filesystem

Pronunciation

Correct

SIM-link

/ˈsɪmlɪŋk/

Two syllables with stress on the first. Short for 'symbolic link'. The 'sym' prefix is pronounced like 'sim', not 'sime'.

Source: pubs.opengroup.org(official spec)