How to pronounce tearstain
Say it like TEE-uh-stayn. Tearstain has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE).
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- TEE
- uh
- stayn
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tearstain pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- staynKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of tearstain
American and British speakers say tearstain in essentially the same way: /ˈtiəsteɪn/ in the US and /ˈtiːəsteɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: TEE-uh-stayn.
What does tearstain mean?
- Any stain produced from tears from the eye.
- Reddish-brown or rust-colored streaks found on the fur under the eyes, most commonly on white or light-colored animals.
Where does tearstain come from?
From tear + stain.
Questions about saying tearstain
How do you pronounce tearstain?
Say TEE-uh-stayn. The American pronunciation is /ˈtiəsteɪn/. In British English it is /ˈtiːəsteɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tearstain?
Tearstain has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE). Broken into parts: TEE · uh · stayn.
Do Americans and Brits say tearstain the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtiəsteɪn/ and the British form is /ˈtiːəsteɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.