How to pronounce estrus
Say it like ES-trus. Estrus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ES).
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- ES
- trus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Estrus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- trusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of estrus
American and British speakers say estrus in essentially the same way: /ˈɛstrəs/ in the US and /ˈɛstrəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: ES-trus.
What does estrus mean?
- Alternative spelling of oestrus.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying estrus
How do you pronounce estrus?
Say ES-trus. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛstrəs/. In British English it is /ˈɛstrəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in estrus?
Estrus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ES). Broken into parts: ES · trus.
Do Americans and Brits say estrus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛstrəs/ and the British form is /ˈɛstrəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.