How to pronounce reserves
Say it like rih-ZURVZ. Reserves has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZURVZ).
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- rih
- ZURVZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reserves pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ZURVZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of reserves
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: rih-ZURVZ.
What does reserves mean?
- civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army
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Questions about saying reserves
How do you pronounce reserves?
Say rih-ZURVZ. The American pronunciation is /rɪˈzɝvz/. In British English it is /rɪˈzɜːvz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reserves?
Reserves has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZURVZ). Broken into parts: rih · ZURVZ.
Is reserves 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 /rɪˈzɜːvz/ (rih-ZURVZ).