How to pronounce arris
Say it like AR-us. Arris has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- us
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arris 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 arris
American and British speakers say arris in essentially the same way: /ˈærəs/ in the US and /ˈærəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: AR-us.
What does arris mean?
- A sharp edge or ridge formed by the intersection of two surfaces
- A sharp edge or ridge formed by the intersection of two curved surfaces
- A ridge formed on the surface of flaked stone, such as an arrowhead or hand axe, as the result of the intersection of two or more flake removals.
- Alternative spelling of aris
Where does arris come from?
From Old French areste, from Latin arista (“beard (of grain), fishbone”).
Words that rhyme with arris
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Words that sound like arris
Questions about saying arris
How do you pronounce arris?
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 arris?
Arris has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · us.
Do Americans and Brits say arris 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.
What words sound the same as arris?
Arris sounds the same as arras in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.