How to pronounce constraints
Say it like kun-STRAYNTS. Constraints has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRAYNTS).
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- kun
- STRAYNTS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Constraints 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.
- STRAYNTSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of constraints
American and British speakers say constraints in essentially the same way: /kənˈstreɪnts/ in the US and /kənˈstreɪnts/ in the UK.
British respelling: kun-STRAYNTS.
What does constraints mean?
- plural of constraint How to pronounce constraint
Questions about saying constraints
How do you pronounce constraints?
Say kun-STRAYNTS. The American pronunciation is /kənˈstreɪnts/. In British English it is /kənˈstreɪnts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in constraints?
Constraints has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRAYNTS). Broken into parts: kun · STRAYNTS.
Do Americans and Brits say constraints the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kənˈstreɪnts/ and the British form is /kənˈstreɪnts/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.