How to pronounce constrains
Say it like kun-STRAYNZ. Constrains has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRAYNZ).
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- kun
- STRAYNZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Constrains pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- STRAYNZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of constrains
American and British speakers say constrains in essentially the same way: /kənˈstreɪnz/ in the US and /kənˈstreɪnz/ in the UK.
British respelling: kun-STRAYNZ.
What does constrains mean?
- third-person singular simple present indicative of constrain How to pronounce constrain
Words that rhyme with constrains
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of constrains.
Questions about saying constrains
How do you pronounce constrains?
Say kun-STRAYNZ. The American pronunciation is /kənˈstreɪnz/. In British English it is /kənˈstreɪnz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in constrains?
Constrains has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRAYNZ). Broken into parts: kun · STRAYNZ.
Do Americans and Brits say constrains the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kənˈstreɪnz/ and the British form is /kənˈstreɪnz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.