How to pronounce residues
Say it like REZ-uh-dooz. Residues has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REZ).
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US American/ˈrɛzəˌduz/REZ-uh-dooz
UK British/ˈrɛzəˌdjuːz/REZ-uh-dyooz
- REZ
- uh
- dooz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Residues pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- doozGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of residues
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: REZ-uh-dyooz.
What does residues mean?
noun
- plural of residue How to pronounce residue
Questions about saying residues
How do you pronounce residues?
Say REZ-uh-dooz. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛzəˌduz/. In British English it is /ˈrɛzəˌdjuːz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in residues?
Residues has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REZ). Broken into parts: REZ · uh · dooz.
Is residues pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈrɛzəˌdjuːz/ (REZ-uh-dyooz).