How to pronounce sevens
Say it like SEV-unz. Sevens has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEV).
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- SEV
- unz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sevens pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sevens
American and British speakers say sevens in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛvənz/ in the US and /ˈsɛvənz/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEV-unz.
What does sevens mean?
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Words that rhyme with sevens
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Questions about saying sevens
How do you pronounce sevens?
Say SEV-unz. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛvənz/. In British English it is /ˈsɛvənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sevens?
Sevens has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEV). Broken into parts: SEV · unz.
Do Americans and Brits say sevens the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛvənz/ and the British form is /ˈsɛvənz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.