How to pronounce canvass
Say it like KAN-vus. Canvass has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAN).
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- KAN
- vus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Canvass pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- vusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of canvass
American and British speakers say canvass in essentially the same way: /ˈkænvəs/ in the US and /ˈkænvəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAN-vus.
What does canvass mean?
- To thoroughly examine or investigate (something) physically or by discussion; to debate, to gather opinion, to scrutinize.
- To scrutinize (the ballot in an election or the votes cast) and reject irregular votes; also, to challenge or dispute (an election result).
- To seek or solicit donations, information, opinions, support, etc. from (people or a place)“The police are canvassing the neighborhood for information about the missing child.”
- A seeking or solicitation of donations, information, opinions, support, etc.
- A seeking or solicitation, or determination, of support or favorable votes in a forthcoming election or poll.
- A scrutiny of the votes cast in an election to reject irregular votes; also, a tally, audit, and certification of votes.
Where does canvass come from?
The noun is derived from the verb.
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Words that rhyme with canvass
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Words that sound like canvass
Questions about saying canvass
How do you pronounce canvass?
Say KAN-vus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkænvəs/. In British English it is /ˈkænvəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in canvass?
Canvass has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAN). Broken into parts: KAN · vus.
Do Americans and Brits say canvass the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkænvəs/ and the British form is /ˈkænvəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as canvass?
Canvass sounds the same as canvas in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.