How to pronounce preys
Say it like PRAYZ. Preys is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- PRAYZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preys pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRAYZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of preys
American and British speakers say preys in essentially the same way: /preɪz/ in the US and /preɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: PRAYZ.
What does preys mean?
- third-person singular simple present indicative of prey How to pronounce prey
Words that rhyme with preys
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Words that sound like preys
Questions about saying preys
How do you pronounce preys?
Say PRAYZ. The American pronunciation is /preɪz/. In British English it is /preɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preys?
Preys is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: PRAYZ.
Do Americans and Brits say preys the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /preɪz/ and the British form is /preɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as preys?
Preys sounds the same as praise in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.