How to pronounce labels
Say it like LAY-bulz. Labels has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- bulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Labels pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- bulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of labels
American and British speakers say labels in essentially the same way: /ˈleɪbəlz/ in the US and /ˈleɪbəlz/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAY-bulz.
What does labels mean?
- plural of label How to pronounce label
- third-person singular simple present indicative of label How to pronounce label
Questions about saying labels
How do you pronounce labels?
Say LAY-bulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪbəlz/. In British English it is /ˈleɪbəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in labels?
Labels has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · bulz.
Do Americans and Brits say labels the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈleɪbəlz/ and the British form is /ˈleɪbəlz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.