How to pronounce junctures
Say it like JUHNGK-cherz. Junctures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JUHNGK).
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- JUHNGK
- cherz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Junctures pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JUHNGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- cherzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of junctures
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JUHNGK-chuz.
What does junctures mean?
- plural of juncture How to pronounce juncture
Questions about saying junctures
How do you pronounce junctures?
Say JUHNGK-cherz. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒʌŋktʃɚz/. In British English it is /ˈdʒʌŋktʃəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in junctures?
Junctures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JUHNGK). Broken into parts: JUHNGK · cherz.
Is junctures 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 /ˈdʒʌŋktʃəz/ (JUHNGK-chuz).