How to pronounce sculptures
Say it like SKUHLP-cherz. Sculptures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHLP).
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- SKUHLP
- cherz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sculptures pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKUHLPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- cherzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of sculptures
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKUHLP-chuz.
What does sculptures mean?
- plural of sculpture How to pronounce sculpture
- third-person singular simple present indicative of sculpture How to pronounce sculpture
Questions about saying sculptures
How do you pronounce sculptures?
Say SKUHLP-cherz. The American pronunciation is /ˈskʌlptʃɚz/. In British English it is /ˈskʌlptʃəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sculptures?
Sculptures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHLP). Broken into parts: SKUHLP · cherz.
Is sculptures 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 /ˈskʌlptʃəz/ (SKUHLP-chuz).