How to pronounce paragraphs
Say it like PAR-uh-grafs. Paragraphs has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- uh
- grafs
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Paragraphs pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- grafsGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of paragraphs
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: PAR-uh-grahfs.
Other ways to say paragraphs
Paragraphs also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- PER-uh-grafs /ˈpɛrəˌɡræfs/
What does paragraphs mean?
- plural of paragraph How to pronounce paragraph
- third-person singular simple present indicative of paragraph How to pronounce paragraph
Questions about saying paragraphs
How do you pronounce paragraphs?
Say PAR-uh-grafs. The American pronunciation is /ˈpærəˌɡræfs/. In British English it is /ˈpærəˌɡrɑːfs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in paragraphs?
Paragraphs has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · uh · grafs.
Is paragraphs pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈpærəˌɡrɑːfs/ (PAR-uh-grahfs).