How to pronounce zaisu
Say it like ZY-soo. Zaisu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZY).
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- ZY
- soo
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zaisu pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- sooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of zaisu
American and British speakers say zaisu in essentially the same way: /ˈzaɪsu/ in the US and /ˈzaɪsuː/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZY-soo.
What does zaisu mean?
- A traditional Japanese chair with no legs but a normal back.
Questions about saying zaisu
How do you pronounce zaisu?
Say ZY-soo. The American pronunciation is /ˈzaɪsu/. In British English it is /ˈzaɪsuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zaisu?
Zaisu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZY). Broken into parts: ZY · soo.
Do Americans and Brits say zaisu the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzaɪsu/ and the British form is /ˈzaɪsuː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.