How to pronounce arras
Say it like AR-us. Arras has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- us
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arras pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- usKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of arras
American and British speakers say arras in essentially the same way: /ˈærəs/ in the US and /ˈærəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: AR-us.
What does arras mean?
- A tapestry or wall hanging.
Where does arras come from?
From Middle English arras, from Middle French draps d'Arras, from the city of Arras, which was a major source for tapestries in the 15th century.
Questions about saying arras
How do you pronounce arras?
Say AR-us. The American pronunciation is /ˈærəs/. In British English it is /ˈærəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arras?
Arras has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · us.
Do Americans and Brits say arras the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈærəs/ and the British form is /ˈærəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.