How to pronounce traces
Say it like TRAY-suz. Traces has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRAY).
- TRAY
- suz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Traces pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- suzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of traces
American and British speakers say traces in essentially the same way: /ˈtreɪsəz/ in the US and /ˈtreɪsɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: TRAY-siz.
What does traces mean?
- plural of trace How to pronounce trace
- minute remnants
- third-person singular simple present indicative of trace How to pronounce trace
Words that rhyme with traces
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of traces.
Questions about saying traces
How do you pronounce traces?
Say TRAY-suz. The American pronunciation is /ˈtreɪsəz/. In British English it is /ˈtreɪsɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in traces?
Traces has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRAY). Broken into parts: TRAY · suz.
Do Americans and Brits say traces the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtreɪsəz/ and the British form is /ˈtreɪsɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.