How to pronounce sequences
Say it like SEE-kwun-suz. Sequences has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE).
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- SEE
- kwun
- suz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sequences pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kwunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- suzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sequences
American and British speakers say sequences in essentially the same way: /ˈsikwənsəz/ in the US and /ˈsiːkwənsɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEE-kwun-siz.
What does sequences mean?
- plural of sequence How to pronounce sequence
- third-person singular simple present indicative of sequence How to pronounce sequence
Questions about saying sequences
How do you pronounce sequences?
Say SEE-kwun-suz. The American pronunciation is /ˈsikwənsəz/. In British English it is /ˈsiːkwənsɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sequences?
Sequences has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE). Broken into parts: SEE · kwun · suz.
Do Americans and Brits say sequences the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsikwənsəz/ and the British form is /ˈsiːkwənsɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.