How to pronounce structures
Say it like STRUHK-cherz. Structures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRUHK).
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- STRUHK
- cherz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Structures pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STRUHKSay 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 structures
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STRUHK-chuz.
What does structures mean?
- plural of structure How to pronounce structure
- third-person singular simple present indicative of structure How to pronounce structure
Questions about saying structures
How do you pronounce structures?
Say STRUHK-cherz. The American pronunciation is /ˈstrʌktʃɚz/. In British English it is /ˈstrʌktʃəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in structures?
Structures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRUHK). Broken into parts: STRUHK · cherz.
Is structures 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 /ˈstrʌktʃəz/ (STRUHK-chuz).