How to pronounce aris
Say it like uh-REES. Aris has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REES).
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- uh
- REES
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aris 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.
- REESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of aris
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1.
British respelling: AR-is.
What does aris mean?
- arse
Where does aris come from?
Shortened from Aristotle, Cockney rhyming slang for bottle, itself shortened from bottle and glass, Cockney rhyming slang for arse.
Words that rhyme with aris
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aris.
Questions about saying aris
How do you pronounce aris?
Say uh-REES. The American pronunciation is /əˈris/. In British English it is /ˈærɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aris?
Aris has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REES). Broken into parts: uh · REES.
Is aris pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1. The British form is /ˈærɪs/ (AR-is).