How to pronounce harass
Say it like huh-RAS. Harass has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAS).
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- huh
- RAS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Harass pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- huhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of harass
American and British speakers say harass in essentially the same way: /həˈræs/ in the US and /həˈræs/ in the UK.
British respelling: huh-RAS.
What does harass mean?
- To annoy (someone) frequently or systematically; to pester.
- To persistently bother (someone, or a group of people) physically or psychologically when such behavior is illegal and/or unwanted, especially over an extended period.
- To put excessive burdens upon (someone); to subject (someone) to anxieties.“To harass good people is no different than speaking ill of them.”
Where does harass come from?
The noun is derived from the verb.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with harass
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Questions about saying harass
How do you pronounce harass?
Say huh-RAS. The American pronunciation is /həˈræs/. In British English it is /həˈræs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in harass?
Harass has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAS). Broken into parts: huh · RAS.
Do Americans and Brits say harass the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /həˈræs/ and the British form is /həˈræs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.