How to pronounce ironside
Say it like EYE-ern-syde. Ironside has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- ern
- syde
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ironside pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- ernKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- sydeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of ironside
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EYE-un-syde.
What does ironside mean?
- One who is very strong and courageous.
Where does ironside come from?
From Ironside.
Questions about saying ironside
How do you pronounce ironside?
Say EYE-ern-syde. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪɚnˌsaɪd/. In British English it is /ˈaɪənˌsaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ironside?
Ironside has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · ern · syde.
Is ironside 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 /ˈaɪənˌsaɪd/ (EYE-un-syde).