To pronounce "iris", say IR-is — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"iris" has 2 syllables: ir-is. It rhymes with desirous and virus, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Iris" has 2 syllables: ir · is.
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