How to pronounce astrain
Say it like uh-STRAYN. Astrain has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRAYN).
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- uh
- STRAYN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Astrain 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.
- STRAYNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of astrain
American and British speakers say astrain in essentially the same way: /əˈstreɪn/ in the US and /əˈstreɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-STRAYN.
What does astrain mean?
- strained or straining
Where does astrain come from?
From a- + strain.
Words that rhyme with astrain
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of astrain.
Questions about saying astrain
How do you pronounce astrain?
Say uh-STRAYN. The American pronunciation is /əˈstreɪn/. In British English it is /əˈstreɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in astrain?
Astrain has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRAYN). Broken into parts: uh · STRAYN.
Do Americans and Brits say astrain the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈstreɪn/ and the British form is /əˈstreɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.