How to pronounce multiples
Say it like MUHL-tuh-pulz. Multiples has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL).
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- MUHL
- tuh
- pulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Multiples pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- pulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of multiples
American and British speakers say multiples in essentially the same way: /ˈmʌltəpəlz/ in the US and /ˈmʌltəpəlz/ in the UK.
British respelling: MUHL-tuh-pulz.
What does multiples mean?
- plural of multiple How to pronounce multiple
Questions about saying multiples
How do you pronounce multiples?
Say MUHL-tuh-pulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌltəpəlz/. In British English it is /ˈmʌltəpəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in multiples?
Multiples has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL). Broken into parts: MUHL · tuh · pulz.
Do Americans and Brits say multiples the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmʌltəpəlz/ and the British form is /ˈmʌltəpəlz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.