How to pronounce devoice
Say it like dee-VOYS. Devoice has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VOYS).
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- dee
- VOYS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Devoice pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- deeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- VOYSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of devoice
American and British speakers say devoice in essentially the same way: /ˌdiˈvɔɪs/ in the US and /ˌdiːˈvɔɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: dee-VOYS.
What does devoice mean?
- To pronounce a sound with little or no vibration of the vocal cords, especially a sound that is normally pronounced with such vibration (i.e. a voiced sound).
Where does devoice come from?
From de- + voice.
Words that rhyme with devoice
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of devoice.
Questions about saying devoice
How do you pronounce devoice?
Say dee-VOYS. The American pronunciation is /ˌdiˈvɔɪs/. In British English it is /ˌdiːˈvɔɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in devoice?
Devoice has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VOYS). Broken into parts: dee · VOYS.
Do Americans and Brits say devoice the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌdiˈvɔɪs/ and the British form is /ˌdiːˈvɔɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.