How to pronounce ounces
Say it like OWN-suz. Ounces has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWN).
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- OWN
- suz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ounces pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- suzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ounces
American and British speakers say ounces in essentially the same way: /ˈaʊnsəz/ in the US and /ˈaʊnsɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: OWN-siz.
What does ounces mean?
- plural of ounce How to pronounce ounce
Questions about saying ounces
How do you pronounce ounces?
Say OWN-suz. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊnsəz/. In British English it is /ˈaʊnsɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ounces?
Ounces has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWN). Broken into parts: OWN · suz.
Do Americans and Brits say ounces the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaʊnsəz/ and the British form is /ˈaʊnsɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.