How to pronounce divas
Say it like DEE-vuz. Divas has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE).
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- DEE
- vuz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Divas pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- vuzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of divas
American and British speakers say divas in essentially the same way: /ˈdivəz/ in the US and /ˈdiːvəz/ in the UK.
British respelling: DEE-vuz.
What does divas mean?
- plural of diva How to pronounce diva
Questions about saying divas
How do you pronounce divas?
Say DEE-vuz. The American pronunciation is /ˈdivəz/. In British English it is /ˈdiːvəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in divas?
Divas has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE). Broken into parts: DEE · vuz.
Do Americans and Brits say divas the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdivəz/ and the British form is /ˈdiːvəz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.