How to pronounce irresolute
Say it like ih-REZ-uh-lyoot. Irresolute has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REZ).
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- ih
- REZ
- uh
- lyoot
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Irresolute pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- REZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lyootGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of irresolute
American and British speakers say irresolute in essentially the same way: /ɪˈrɛzəˌljut/ in the US and /ɪˈrɛzəˌljuːt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-REZ-uh-lyoot.
What does irresolute mean?
- Undecided or unsure how to act.
- Indecisive or lacking in resolution.
Where does irresolute come from?
First attested in 1580.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying irresolute
How do you pronounce irresolute?
Say ih-REZ-uh-lyoot. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈrɛzəˌljut/. In British English it is /ɪˈrɛzəˌljuːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in irresolute?
Irresolute has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REZ). Broken into parts: ih · REZ · uh · lyoot.
Do Americans and Brits say irresolute the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈrɛzəˌljut/ and the British form is /ɪˈrɛzəˌljuːt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.