How to pronounce heavyset
Say it like HEV-ee-set. Heavyset has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEV).
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- HEV
- ee
- set
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Heavyset pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HEVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- setGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of heavyset
American and British speakers say heavyset in essentially the same way: /ˈhɛviˌsɛt/ in the US and /ˈhɛviˌsɛt/ in the UK.
British respelling: HEV-ee-set.
What does heavyset mean?
- Overweight.
- Obese.
- Having a large, solid, imposing bodily appearance.
Where does heavyset come from?
From heavy + set.
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Questions about saying heavyset
How do you pronounce heavyset?
Say HEV-ee-set. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɛviˌsɛt/. In British English it is /ˈhɛviˌsɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in heavyset?
Heavyset has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEV). Broken into parts: HEV · ee · set.
Do Americans and Brits say heavyset the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhɛviˌsɛt/ and the British form is /ˈhɛviˌsɛt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.