How to pronounce eagerish
Say it like EE-gher-ish. Eagerish has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE).
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- EE
- gher
- ish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eagerish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- ishGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of eagerish
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EE-guh-ish.
What does eagerish mean?
- Somewhat eager.
Where does eagerish come from?
From eager + -ish.
Questions about saying eagerish
How do you pronounce eagerish?
Say EE-gher-ish. The American pronunciation is /ˈiɡɚˌɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈiːɡəˌɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eagerish?
Eagerish has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE). Broken into parts: EE · gher · ish.
Is eagerish 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 /ˈiːɡəˌɪʃ/ (EE-guh-ish).