How to pronounce ensnare
Say it like en-SNAIR. Ensnare has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SNAIR).
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- en
- SNAIR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ensnare pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- enKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- SNAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of ensnare
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: en-SNAIR.
What does ensnare mean?
- To entrap; to catch in a snare or trap.
- To entangle; to enmesh.
Where does ensnare come from?
From en- + snare.
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Words that rhyme with ensnare
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Questions about saying ensnare
How do you pronounce ensnare?
Say en-SNAIR. The American pronunciation is /ɛnˈsnɛr/. In British English it is /ɛnˈsnɛə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ensnare?
Ensnare has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SNAIR). Broken into parts: en · SNAIR.
Is ensnare 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 /ɛnˈsnɛə/ (en-SNAIR).