How to pronounce theories
Say it like THEER-eez. Theories has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THEER).
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- THEER
- eez
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Theories pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- THEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eezKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of theories
American and British speakers say theories in essentially the same way: /ˈθɪriz/ in the US and /ˈθɪəriz/ in the UK.
British respelling: THEER-eez.
What does theories mean?
- plural of theory How to pronounce theory
Words that rhyme with theories
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of theories.
Questions about saying theories
How do you pronounce theories?
Say THEER-eez. The American pronunciation is /ˈθɪriz/. In British English it is /ˈθɪəriz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in theories?
Theories has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THEER). Broken into parts: THEER · eez.
Do Americans and Brits say theories the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈθɪriz/ and the British form is /ˈθɪəriz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.