How to pronounce eastward
Say it like EEST-werd. Eastward has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EEST).
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- EEST
- werd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eastward pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EESTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- werdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of eastward
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EEST-wud.
What does eastward mean?
- Situated or directed towards the east.
- Towards the east.
- The direction or area lying to the east.
Where does eastward come from?
From Middle English estward, from Old English ēastweard, ēasteweard; equivalent to east + -ward.
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Questions about saying eastward
How do you pronounce eastward?
Say EEST-werd. The American pronunciation is /ˈistwɚd/. In British English it is /ˈiːstwəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eastward?
Eastward has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EEST). Broken into parts: EEST · werd.
Is eastward 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 /ˈiːstwəd/ (EEST-wud).