How to pronounce razors
Say it like RAY-zerz. Razors has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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US American/ˈreɪzɚz/RAY-zerz
UK British/ˈreɪzəz/RAY-zuz
- RAY
- zerz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Razors 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.
- zerzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of razors
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RAY-zuz.
What does razors mean?
noun
- plural of razor How to pronounce razor
- third-person singular simple present indicative of razor How to pronounce razor
Questions about saying razors
How do you pronounce razors?
Say RAY-zerz. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪzɚz/. In British English it is /ˈreɪzəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in razors?
Razors has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · zerz.
Is razors 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 /ˈreɪzəz/ (RAY-zuz).