How to pronounce soiree
Say it like swor-AY. Soiree has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AY).
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- swor
- AY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Soiree pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- sworGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of soiree
American and British speakers say soiree in essentially the same way: /ˌswɑˈreɪ/ in the US and /ˌswɑːˈreɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: swah-RAY.
What does soiree mean?
- A formal evening party.
Where does soiree come from?
Borrowed from French soirée (“evening activity”).
Words that rhyme with soiree
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of soiree.
Questions about saying soiree
How do you pronounce soiree?
Say swor-AY. The American pronunciation is /ˌswɑˈreɪ/. In British English it is /ˌswɑːˈreɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in soiree?
Soiree has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AY). Broken into parts: swor · AY.
Do Americans and Brits say soiree the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌswɑˈreɪ/ and the British form is /ˌswɑːˈreɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.