How to pronounce averse
Say it like uh-VURS. Averse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VURS).
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- uh
- VURS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Averse 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.
- VURSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of averse
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-VURS.
What does averse mean?
- Having a repugnance or opposition of mind.“The board is not averse to further talks.”
- Turned away or backward.
- Aversant; of a hand: turned so as to show the back.
Where does averse come from?
From Latin aversus, past participle of avertere (“to avert”).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with averse
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Questions about saying averse
How do you pronounce averse?
Say uh-VURS. The American pronunciation is /əˈvɝs/. In British English it is /əˈvɜːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in averse?
Averse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VURS). Broken into parts: uh · VURS.
Is averse pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /əˈvɜːs/ (uh-VURS).