How to pronounce yessir
Say it like YES-er. Yessir has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YES).
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- YES
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Yessir pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of yessir
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: YES-ur.
What does yessir mean?
- Used to express assent, especially to a male superior.
- Used to express emphatic affirmation.
- Term of address to a male; mate; buddy.
Where does yessir come from?
From yes + sir.
Words that rhyme with yessir
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of yessir.
Questions about saying yessir
How do you pronounce yessir?
Say YES-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈjɛsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈjɛsɜː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in yessir?
Yessir has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YES). Broken into parts: YES · er.
Is yessir 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 /ˈjɛsɜː/ (YES-ur).