How to pronounce ablaze
Say it like uh-BLAYZ. Ablaze has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLAYZ).
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- uh
- BLAYZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ablaze pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BLAYZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of ablaze
American and British speakers say ablaze in essentially the same way: /əˈbleɪz/ in the US and /əˈbleɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-BLAYZ.
What does ablaze mean?
- Burning fiercely; in a blaze; on fire.
- Radiant with bright light and color.
- In a state of glowing excitement, ardent desire, or other strong emotion.
- On fire; in a blaze.
- Lit up brightly and with color, gleaming.
- In a state of glowing excitement or ardent desire.
Where does ablaze come from?
From a- (“on, in”) + blaze (“flame”).
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Words that rhyme with ablaze
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Questions about saying ablaze
How do you pronounce ablaze?
Say uh-BLAYZ. The American pronunciation is /əˈbleɪz/. In British English it is /əˈbleɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ablaze?
Ablaze has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLAYZ). Broken into parts: uh · BLAYZ.
Do Americans and Brits say ablaze the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈbleɪz/ and the British form is /əˈbleɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.