How to pronounce eyesore
Say it like EYE-sor. Eyesore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- sor
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eyesore pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- sorKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of eyesore
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EYE-saw.
What does eyesore mean?
- An eye lesion.
- A displeasing sight; something prominently ugly or unsightly.
Where does eyesore come from?
From Middle English eye sor, eie-sor, eyen soore, eæge-sare, equivalent to eye + sore.
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Questions about saying eyesore
How do you pronounce eyesore?
Say EYE-sor. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪsoʊr/. In British English it is /ˈaɪsɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eyesore?
Eyesore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · sor.
Is eyesore 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 /ˈaɪsɔː/ (EYE-saw).