How to pronounce ras
Say it like RAS. Ras is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- RAS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ras pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
What does ras mean?
noun
- An Ethiopian king or prince.
- A headland; a cape.
Where does ras come from?
From Amharic ራስ (ras).
Words that rhyme with ras
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ras.
Questions about saying ras
How do you pronounce ras?
Say RAS. The American pronunciation is /ræs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ras?
Ras is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: RAS.