How to pronounce interludes
Say it like IN-ter-loodz. Interludes has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- ter
- loodz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Interludes pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- loodzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of interludes
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: IN-tuh-loodz.
What does interludes mean?
- plural of interlude How to pronounce interlude
Questions about saying interludes
How do you pronounce interludes?
Say IN-ter-loodz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪntɚˌludz/. In British English it is /ˈɪntəˌluːdz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in interludes?
Interludes has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · ter · loodz.
Is interludes 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 /ˈɪntəˌluːdz/ (IN-tuh-loodz).