How to pronounce sawhorse
Say it like SAW-hors. Sawhorse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAW).
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- SAW
- hors
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sawhorse pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- horsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of sawhorse
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAW-haws.
What does sawhorse mean?
- A structure with a crosspiece used to support timber or other material for working.
Where does sawhorse come from?
From saw + horse.
Questions about saying sawhorse
How do you pronounce sawhorse?
Say SAW-hors. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔhɔrs/. In British English it is /ˈsɔːhɔːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sawhorse?
Sawhorse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAW). Broken into parts: SAW · hors.
Is sawhorse 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 /ˈsɔːhɔːs/ (SAW-haws).