How to pronounce refers
Say it like ruh-FURZ. Refers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FURZ).
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- ruh
- FURZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Refers pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- FURZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of refers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: rih-FURZ.
What does refers mean?
- third-person singular simple present indicative of refer How to pronounce refer
- plural of refer How to pronounce refer
Words that rhyme with refers
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of refers.
Questions about saying refers
How do you pronounce refers?
Say ruh-FURZ. The American pronunciation is /rəˈfɝz/. In British English it is /rɪˈfɜːz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in refers?
Refers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FURZ). Broken into parts: ruh · FURZ.
Is refers 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 /rɪˈfɜːz/ (rih-FURZ).