How to pronounce elsewise
Say it like ELS-wyze. Elsewise has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ELS).
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- ELS
- wyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Elsewise pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ELSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- wyzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of elsewise
American and British speakers say elsewise in essentially the same way: /ˈɛlswaɪz/ in the US and /ˈɛlswaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: ELS-wyze.
What does elsewise mean?
- Synonym of otherwise.
Where does elsewise come from?
From else + -wise.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying elsewise
How do you pronounce elsewise?
Say ELS-wyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛlswaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈɛlswaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in elsewise?
Elsewise has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ELS). Broken into parts: ELS · wyze.
Do Americans and Brits say elsewise the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛlswaɪz/ and the British form is /ˈɛlswaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.