How to pronounce upriver
Say it like uhp-RIV-er. Upriver has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RIV).
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- uhp
- RIV
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Upriver pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhpGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- RIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of upriver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhp-RIV-uh.
What does upriver mean?
- Towards the source of a river.
- Against the current.
- Towards the source of a river.
Where does upriver come from?
From up- + river.
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Words that rhyme with upriver
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Questions about saying upriver
How do you pronounce upriver?
Say uhp-RIV-er. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌˈprɪvɚ/. In British English it is /ˌʌˈprɪvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in upriver?
Upriver has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RIV). Broken into parts: uhp · RIV · er.
Is upriver 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 /ˌʌˈprɪvə/ (uhp-RIV-uh).