How to pronounce esquisse
Say it like eh-SKEES. Esquisse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKEES).
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- eh
- SKEES
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Esquisse pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ehKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- SKEESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of esquisse
American and British speakers say esquisse in essentially the same way: /ɛˈskis/ in the US and /ɛˈskiːs/ in the UK.
British respelling: eh-SKEES.
What does esquisse mean?
- The first sketch of a picture or model of a statue.
Where does esquisse come from?
From French esquisse.
Words that rhyme with esquisse
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of esquisse.
Questions about saying esquisse
How do you pronounce esquisse?
Say eh-SKEES. The American pronunciation is /ɛˈskis/. In British English it is /ɛˈskiːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in esquisse?
Esquisse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKEES). Broken into parts: eh · SKEES.
Do Americans and Brits say esquisse the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛˈskis/ and the British form is /ɛˈskiːs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.