How to pronounce bearskin
Say it like BAIR-skin. Bearskin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAIR).
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- BAIR
- skin
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bearskin pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- skinKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of bearskin
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BAIR-skin.
What does bearskin mean?
- The pelt of a bear, especially when used as a rug.
- A tall ceremonial hat worn by members of some British regiments for ceremonial occasions; a busby.
- A coarse, shaggy, woollen cloth for overcoats.
Where does bearskin come from?
From bear + skin.
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Questions about saying bearskin
How do you pronounce bearskin?
Say BAIR-skin. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɛrskɪn/. In British English it is /ˈbɛəskɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bearskin?
Bearskin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAIR). Broken into parts: BAIR · skin.
Is bearskin 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 /ˈbɛəskɪn/ (BAIR-skin).