How to pronounce phosphoresce
Say it like fos-fuh-RES. Phosphoresce has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RES).
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- fos
- fuh
- RES
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Phosphoresce pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- fosGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- fuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of phosphoresce
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: fos-fuh-RES.
What does phosphoresce mean?
- To exhibit phosphorescence
Where does phosphoresce come from?
From phosphor + -esce, first coined c.
Words that rhyme with phosphoresce
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Questions about saying phosphoresce
How do you pronounce phosphoresce?
Say fos-fuh-RES. The American pronunciation is /ˌfɑsfəˈrɛs/. In British English it is /ˌfɒsfəˈrɛs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in phosphoresce?
Phosphoresce has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RES). Broken into parts: fos · fuh · RES.
Is phosphoresce pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌfɒsfəˈrɛs/ (fos-fuh-RES).