How to pronounce menswear
Say it like MENZ-weh-er. Menswear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MENZ).
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- MENZ
- weh
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Menswear pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MENZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- wehKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of menswear
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MENZ-weh-uh.
What does menswear mean?
- Men's clothing (and accessories), particularly in a retail context.
Where does menswear come from?
From men + -s- + -wear.
Questions about saying menswear
How do you pronounce menswear?
Say MENZ-weh-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛnzwɛɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmɛnzwɛə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in menswear?
Menswear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MENZ). Broken into parts: MENZ · weh · er.
Is menswear 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 /ˈmɛnzwɛə/ (MENZ-weh-uh).