How to pronounce acerous
Say it like AS-uh-rus. Acerous has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AS).
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US American/ˈæsərəs/AS-uh-rus
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- AS
- uh
- rus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acerous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does acerous mean?
adjective
- Alternative spelling of acerose.
- Destitute of tentacles.“an acerous mollusk”
- Without antennae.“an acerous insect”
Questions about saying acerous
How do you pronounce acerous?
Say AS-uh-rus. The American pronunciation is /ˈæsərəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acerous?
Acerous has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AS). Broken into parts: AS · uh · rus.