How to pronounce razorbacks
Say it like RAY-zer-baks. Razorbacks has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- zer
- baks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Razorbacks pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- baksGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of razorbacks
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RAY-zuh-baks.
What does razorbacks mean?
- plural of razorback How to pronounce razorback
Questions about saying razorbacks
How do you pronounce razorbacks?
Say RAY-zer-baks. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪzɚˌbæks/. In British English it is /ˈreɪzəˌbæks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in razorbacks?
Razorbacks has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · zer · baks.
Is razorbacks 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 /ˈreɪzəˌbæks/ (RAY-zuh-baks).