How to pronounce outwards
Say it like OW-twerdz. Outwards has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OW).
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- OW
- twerdz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outwards pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- twerdzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of outwards
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: OW-twudz.
What does outwards mean?
- From the interior toward the exterior; in an outward direction.
Where does outwards come from?
From Middle English outwardes, from Old English ūtweardes; equivalent to outward + -s or out + -wards.
Questions about saying outwards
How do you pronounce outwards?
Say OW-twerdz. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊtwɚdz/. In British English it is /ˈaʊtwədz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outwards?
Outwards has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OW). Broken into parts: OW · twerdz.
Is outwards 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 /ˈaʊtwədz/ (OW-twudz).