How to pronounce teases
Say it like TEE-ziz. Teases has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE).
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- TEE
- ziz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Teases 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.
- zizKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of teases
American and British speakers say teases in essentially the same way: /ˈtizɪz/ in the US and /ˈtiːzɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: TEE-ziz.
What does teases mean?
- plural of tease How to pronounce tease
Questions about saying teases
How do you pronounce teases?
Say TEE-ziz. The American pronunciation is /ˈtizɪz/. In British English it is /ˈtiːzɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in teases?
Teases has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE). Broken into parts: TEE · ziz.
Do Americans and Brits say teases the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtizɪz/ and the British form is /ˈtiːzɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.