How to pronounce exclaims
Say it like iks-KLAYMZ. Exclaims has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLAYMZ).
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- iks
- KLAYMZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exclaims pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- iksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KLAYMZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of exclaims
American and British speakers say exclaims in essentially the same way: /ɪksˈkleɪmz/ in the US and /ɪksˈkleɪmz/ in the UK.
British respelling: iks-KLAYMZ.
What does exclaims mean?
- plural of exclaim How to pronounce exclaim
Questions about saying exclaims
How do you pronounce exclaims?
Say iks-KLAYMZ. The American pronunciation is /ɪksˈkleɪmz/. In British English it is /ɪksˈkleɪmz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exclaims?
Exclaims has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLAYMZ). Broken into parts: iks · KLAYMZ.
Do Americans and Brits say exclaims the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪksˈkleɪmz/ and the British form is /ɪksˈkleɪmz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.