How to pronounce wiz
Say it like WIZ. Wiz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- WIZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wiz pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of wiz
American and British speakers say wiz in essentially the same way: /wɪz/ in the US and /wɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: WIZ.
What does wiz mean?
- A person who is exceptionally clever, gifted or skilled in a particular area.“a maths wiz”
- Pronunciation spelling of with.
Where does wiz come from?
Clipping of wizard.
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Words that rhyme with wiz
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Words that sound like wiz
Questions about saying wiz
How do you pronounce wiz?
Say WIZ. The American pronunciation is /wɪz/. In British English it is /wɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wiz?
Wiz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: WIZ.
Do Americans and Brits say wiz the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /wɪz/ and the British form is /wɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as wiz?
Wiz sounds the same as whiz in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.