How to pronounce earmuffs
Say it like EER-muhfs. Earmuffs has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EER).
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- EER
- muhfs
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Earmuffs pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- muhfsGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of earmuffs
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EER-muhfs.
Other ways to say earmuffs
Earmuffs also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- EER-muhfs /ˈirˌmʌfs/
What does earmuffs mean?
- A headphone-like device designed to cover a person's ears for protection against cold or noise. They consist of a thermoplastic or metal head-band, that fits over the top of the head, and a pad at each end, to cover the external ears.
Questions about saying earmuffs
How do you pronounce earmuffs?
Say EER-muhfs. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪrˌmʌfs/. In British English it is /ˈɪəˌmʌfs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in earmuffs?
Earmuffs has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EER). Broken into parts: EER · muhfs.
Is earmuffs 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 /ˈɪəˌmʌfs/ (EER-muhfs).