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