How to pronounce betimes
Say it like bih-TYMZ. Betimes has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TYMZ).
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- bih
- TYMZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Betimes pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- bihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TYMZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of betimes
American and British speakers say betimes in essentially the same way: /bɪˈtaɪmz/ in the US and /bɪˈtaɪmz/ in the UK.
British respelling: bih-TYMZ.
What does betimes mean?
- In good season or time; early, especially in the morning; seasonably.
Where does betimes come from?
From Middle English betymes, from bi (“by”) + time + adverbial -s.
Words that rhyme with betimes
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of betimes.
Questions about saying betimes
How do you pronounce betimes?
Say bih-TYMZ. The American pronunciation is /bɪˈtaɪmz/. In British English it is /bɪˈtaɪmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in betimes?
Betimes has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TYMZ). Broken into parts: bih · TYMZ.
Do Americans and Brits say betimes the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /bɪˈtaɪmz/ and the British form is /bɪˈtaɪmz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.