How to pronounce metaphors
Say it like MET-uh-forz. Metaphors has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MET).
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- MET
- uh
- forz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Metaphors pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- METSay 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.
- forzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of metaphors
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: MET-uh-fawz.
What does metaphors mean?
- plural of metaphor How to pronounce metaphor
- third-person singular simple present indicative of metaphor How to pronounce metaphor
Questions about saying metaphors
How do you pronounce metaphors?
Say MET-uh-forz. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛtəfɔrz/. In British English it is /ˈmɛtəfɔːz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in metaphors?
Metaphors has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MET). Broken into parts: MET · uh · forz.
Is metaphors 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 /ˈmɛtəfɔːz/ (MET-uh-fawz).