How to pronounce contras
Say it like KAHN-truz. Contras has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHN).
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- KAHN
- truz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Contras pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- truzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of contras
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KON-truz.
Other ways to say contras
Contras also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- KAWN-truz /ˈkɔntrəz/
What does contras mean?
- plural of contra How to pronounce contra
Questions about saying contras
How do you pronounce contras?
Say KAHN-truz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑntrəz/. In British English it is /ˈkɒntrəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in contras?
Contras has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHN). Broken into parts: KAHN · truz.
Is contras pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkɒntrəz/ (KON-truz).