How to pronounce typefaces
Say it like TYPE-fay-suz. Typefaces has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TYPE).
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- TYPE
- fay
- suz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Typefaces pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TYPESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- fayGive this part a little weight. 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 typefaces
American and British speakers say typefaces in essentially the same way: /ˈtaɪpˌfeɪsəz/ in the US and /ˈtaɪpˌfeɪsəz/ in the UK.
British respelling: TYPE-fay-suz.
What does typefaces mean?
- plural of typeface How to pronounce typeface
Questions about saying typefaces
How do you pronounce typefaces?
Say TYPE-fay-suz. The American pronunciation is /ˈtaɪpˌfeɪsəz/. In British English it is /ˈtaɪpˌfeɪsəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in typefaces?
Typefaces has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TYPE). Broken into parts: TYPE · fay · suz.
Do Americans and Brits say typefaces the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtaɪpˌfeɪsəz/ and the British form is /ˈtaɪpˌfeɪsəz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.