How to Pronounce Every

To pronounce "every", say EV-ree — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɛvɝi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɛvɝi/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˈɛvɹi/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “every”

"every" has 3 syllables: every.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "every"?▾

To pronounce "every", say EV-ree — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɛvɝi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "every"?▾

"Every" has 3 syllables.

What is the IPA transcription of "every"?▾

The IPA transcription of "every" is /ˈɛvɝi/.

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