How to pronounce terns
Say it like TURNZ. Terns is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- TURNZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terns pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURNZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of terns
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TURNZ.
What does terns mean?
- plural of tern How to pronounce tern
Words that sound like terns
Questions about saying terns
How do you pronounce terns?
Say TURNZ. The American pronunciation is /tɝnz/. In British English it is /tɜːnz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terns?
Terns is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: TURNZ.
Is terns 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 /tɜːnz/ (TURNZ).
What words sound the same as terns?
Terns sounds the same as tern in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.