How to pronounce outstrength
Say it like owt-STRENGKTH. Outstrength has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRENGKTH).
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- owt
- STRENGKTH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outstrength pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- owtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- STRENGKTHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of outstrength
American and British speakers say outstrength in essentially the same way: /ˌaʊtˈstrɛŋkθ/ in the US and /ˌaʊtˈstrɛŋkθ/ in the UK.
British respelling: owt-STRENGKTH.
What does outstrength mean?
- To defeat in terms of strength.
Where does outstrength come from?
From out- + strength.
Words that rhyme with outstrength
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of outstrength.
Questions about saying outstrength
How do you pronounce outstrength?
Say owt-STRENGKTH. The American pronunciation is /ˌaʊtˈstrɛŋkθ/. In British English it is /ˌaʊtˈstrɛŋkθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outstrength?
Outstrength has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRENGKTH). Broken into parts: owt · STRENGKTH.
Do Americans and Brits say outstrength the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌaʊtˈstrɛŋkθ/ and the British form is /ˌaʊtˈstrɛŋkθ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.