How to pronounce priors
Say it like PRY-erz. Priors has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRY).
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- PRY
- erz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Priors pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PRYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- erzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of priors
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PRY-uz.
What does priors mean?
- plural of prior How to pronounce prior
Words that rhyme with priors
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of priors.
Questions about saying priors
How do you pronounce priors?
Say PRY-erz. The American pronunciation is /ˈpraɪɚz/. In British English it is /ˈpraɪəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in priors?
Priors has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PRY). Broken into parts: PRY · erz.
Is priors 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 /ˈpraɪəz/ (PRY-uz).