How to pronounce ensheathe
Say it like in-SHEETH. Ensheathe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SHEETH).
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- in
- SHEETH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ensheathe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SHEETHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of ensheathe
American and British speakers say ensheathe in essentially the same way: /ɪnˈʃið/ in the US and /ɪnˈʃiːð/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-SHEETH.
What does ensheathe mean?
- To cover with or as if with a sheath.
Where does ensheathe come from?
From en- + sheathe.
Words that rhyme with ensheathe
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ensheathe.
Questions about saying ensheathe
How do you pronounce ensheathe?
Say in-SHEETH. The American pronunciation is /ɪnˈʃið/. In British English it is /ɪnˈʃiːð/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ensheathe?
Ensheathe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SHEETH). Broken into parts: in · SHEETH.
Do Americans and Brits say ensheathe the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪnˈʃið/ and the British form is /ɪnˈʃiːð/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.