How to pronounce wayzgoose
Say it like WAYZ-goos. Wayzgoose has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAYZ).
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- WAYZ
- goos
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wayzgoose pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WAYZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- goosKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of wayzgoose
American and British speakers say wayzgoose in essentially the same way: /ˈweɪzɡus/ in the US and /ˈweɪzɡuːs/ in the UK.
British respelling: WAYZ-goos.
What does wayzgoose mean?
- a holiday or party for the benefit of printers, traditionally held in August
Where does wayzgoose come from?
Disputed; see discussion at Wikipedia.
Questions about saying wayzgoose
How do you pronounce wayzgoose?
Say WAYZ-goos. The American pronunciation is /ˈweɪzɡus/. In British English it is /ˈweɪzɡuːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wayzgoose?
Wayzgoose has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAYZ). Broken into parts: WAYZ · goos.
Do Americans and Brits say wayzgoose the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈweɪzɡus/ and the British form is /ˈweɪzɡuːs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.