How to pronounce intervals
Say it like IN-ter-vulz. Intervals has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- ter
- vulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Intervals 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.
- vulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of intervals
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: IN-tuh-vulz.
What does intervals mean?
- plural of interval How to pronounce interval
Questions about saying intervals
How do you pronounce intervals?
Say IN-ter-vulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪntɚvəlz/. In British English it is /ˈɪntəvəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in intervals?
Intervals has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · ter · vulz.
Is intervals 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 /ˈɪntəvəlz/ (IN-tuh-vulz).