How to pronounce embers
Say it like EM-berz. Embers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EM).
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US American/ˈɛmbɚz/EM-berz
UK British/ˈɛmbəz/EM-buz
- EM
- berz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Embers pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- berzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of embers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EM-buz.
What does embers mean?
noun
- plural of ember How to pronounce ember
- The smoldering or glowing remains of a fire, smoldering ash.
Questions about saying embers
How do you pronounce embers?
Say EM-berz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛmbɚz/. In British English it is /ˈɛmbəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in embers?
Embers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EM). Broken into parts: EM · berz.
Is embers 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 /ˈɛmbəz/ (EM-buz).