How to pronounce corvettes
Say it like kor-VETS. Corvettes has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VETS).
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- kor
- VETS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corvettes pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- korGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- VETSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of corvettes
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kaw-VETS.
What does corvettes mean?
- plural of corvette How to pronounce corvette
Words that rhyme with corvettes
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of corvettes.
Questions about saying corvettes
How do you pronounce corvettes?
Say kor-VETS. The American pronunciation is /ˌkɔrˈvɛts/. In British English it is /ˌkɔːˈvɛts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in corvettes?
Corvettes has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VETS). Broken into parts: kor · VETS.
Is corvettes 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 /ˌkɔːˈvɛts/ (kaw-VETS).