How to pronounce osier
Say it like OH-zher. Osier has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH).
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- OH
- zher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Osier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- zherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of osier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: OH-zeer.
What does osier mean?
- A willow, of species Salix viminalis, growing in wet places in Europe and Asia, and introduced into North America, considered the best willow for wickerwork.
- Any kind of willow.
- Long, pliable twigs of this plant, or of other similar plants.
Where does osier come from?
Borrowed from French osier (“basket willow, withy”)
Questions about saying osier
How do you pronounce osier?
Say OH-zher. The American pronunciation is /ˈoʊʒər/. In British English it is /ˈəʊzɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in osier?
Osier has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH). Broken into parts: OH · zher.
Is osier 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 /ˈəʊzɪə/ (OH-zeer).