How to pronounce greviere
Say it like grev-YAIR. Greviere has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (YAIR).
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- grev
- YAIR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Greviere pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- grevGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- YAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of greviere
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: grev-YAIR.
What does greviere mean?
- A greave (leg armor).
Where does greviere come from?
From French grevière, grèvière (compare grévière), a rare extended form of grève.
Words that rhyme with greviere
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of greviere.
Questions about saying greviere
How do you pronounce greviere?
Say grev-YAIR. The American pronunciation is /ˌɡrɛˈvjɛr/. In British English it is /ˌɡrɛˈvjɛə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in greviere?
Greviere has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (YAIR). Broken into parts: grev · YAIR.
Is greviere 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 /ˌɡrɛˈvjɛə/ (grev-YAIR).