How to pronounce clusters
Say it like KLUHS-terz. Clusters has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHS).
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US American/ˈklʌstɚz/KLUHS-terz
UK British/ˈklʌstəz/KLUHS-tuz
- KLUHS
- terz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clusters pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- terzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of clusters
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KLUHS-tuz.
What does clusters mean?
noun
- plural of cluster How to pronounce cluster
- third-person singular simple present indicative of cluster How to pronounce cluster
Questions about saying clusters
How do you pronounce clusters?
Say KLUHS-terz. The American pronunciation is /ˈklʌstɚz/. In British English it is /ˈklʌstəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clusters?
Clusters has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHS). Broken into parts: KLUHS · terz.
Is clusters 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 /ˈklʌstəz/ (KLUHS-tuz).