How to pronounce outlines
Say it like OWT-lynz. Outlines has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT).
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- OWT
- lynz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outlines pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OWTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- lynzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of outlines
American and British speakers say outlines in essentially the same way: /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnz/ in the US and /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnz/ in the UK.
British respelling: OWT-lynz.
What does outlines mean?
- plural of outline How to pronounce outline
- third-person singular simple present indicative of outline How to pronounce outline
Questions about saying outlines
How do you pronounce outlines?
Say OWT-lynz. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnz/. In British English it is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outlines?
Outlines has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT). Broken into parts: OWT · lynz.
Do Americans and Brits say outlines the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnz/ and the British form is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.