How to pronounce aes
Say it like AYZ. Aes is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- AYZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aes pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of aes
American and British speakers say aes in essentially the same way: /eɪz/ in the US and /eɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: AYZ.
What does aes mean?
- plural of a, the name of the letter A. How to pronounce a
Words that rhyme with aes
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aes.
Words that sound like aes
- a's
Questions about saying aes
How do you pronounce aes?
Say AYZ. The American pronunciation is /eɪz/. In British English it is /eɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aes?
Aes is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: AYZ.
Do Americans and Brits say aes the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /eɪz/ and the British form is /eɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as aes?
Aes sounds the same as a's in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.