How to pronounce arboresce
Say it like ar-buh-RES. Arboresce has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RES).
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- ar
- buh
- RES
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arboresce pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- arGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- buhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of arboresce
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ah-buh-RES.
What does arboresce mean?
- To become a tree or tree-like, branching.
Where does arboresce come from?
From Latin arboresco.
Words that rhyme with arboresce
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Questions about saying arboresce
How do you pronounce arboresce?
Say ar-buh-RES. The American pronunciation is /ˌɑrbəˈrɛs/. In British English it is /ɑːbəˈrɛs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arboresce?
Arboresce has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RES). Broken into parts: ar · buh · RES.
Is arboresce pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ɑːbəˈrɛs/ (ah-buh-RES).