How to pronounce characters
Say it like KAR-uk-terz. Characters has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR).
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- KAR
- uk
- terz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Characters pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ukKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- terzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of characters
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAR-ik-tuz.
Other ways to say characters
Characters also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- KER-uk-terz /ˈkɛrəktɚz/
What does characters mean?
- plural of character How to pronounce character
Questions about saying characters
How do you pronounce characters?
Say KAR-uk-terz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkærəktɚz/. In British English it is /ˈkærɪktəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in characters?
Characters has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR). Broken into parts: KAR · uk · terz.
Is characters 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 /ˈkærɪktəz/ (KAR-ik-tuz).