How to pronounce valise
Say it like vuh-LEEZ. Valise has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LEEZ).
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- vuh
- LEEZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Valise pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- vuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LEEZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of valise
American and British speakers say valise in essentially the same way: /vəˈliz/ in the US and /vəˈliːz/ in the UK.
British respelling: vuh-LEEZ.
What does valise mean?
- A piece of hand luggage such as a suitcase or traveling bag.
Where does valise come from?
Borrowed from French valise.
Words that rhyme with valise
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of valise.
Questions about saying valise
How do you pronounce valise?
Say vuh-LEEZ. The American pronunciation is /vəˈliz/. In British English it is /vəˈliːz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in valise?
Valise has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LEEZ). Broken into parts: vuh · LEEZ.
Do Americans and Brits say valise the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /vəˈliz/ and the British form is /vəˈliːz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.