How to pronounce asses
Say it like AS-uz. Asses has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AS).
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US American/ˈæsəz/AS-uz
UK British/ˈɑːsɪz/AH-siz
- AS
- uz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Asses pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of asses
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: AH-siz.
What does asses mean?
Questions about saying asses
How do you pronounce asses?
Say AS-uz. The American pronunciation is /ˈæsəz/. In British English it is /ˈɑːsɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in asses?
Asses has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AS). Broken into parts: AS · uz.
Is asses pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈɑːsɪz/ (AH-siz).