How to pronounce ross
Say it like ROS. Ross is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- ROS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ross pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ROSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of ross
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: ROS.
Other ways to say ross
Ross also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- RAWS /rɔs/
What does ross mean?
- A swamp.
Where does ross come from?
From Welsh rhos.
Words that rhyme with ross
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ross.
Questions about saying ross
How do you pronounce ross?
Say ROS. The American pronunciation is /rɑs/. In British English it is /rɒs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ross?
Ross is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: ROS.
Is ross pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /rɒs/ (ROS).