How to Pronounce “Charlize Theron”
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- American (US)
- /ʃɑːrˈliːz θəˈrɑːn/
- British (UK)
- /ʃɑːˈliːz θəˈrɒn/
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “Charlize Theron” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ʃɑːrˈliːz θəˈrɑːn/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
An unstressed vowel reduces to schwa. /ʃɑːrˈliːz θəˈrɑːn/ contains a schwa /ə/ — the short, neutral “uh” that English unstressed syllables collapse into. Saying /ə/ there, instead of the vowel the spelling suggests, is most of what makes the word sound native.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you pronounce "Charlize Theron" in American vs British English?
American English: /ʃɑːrˈliːz θəˈrɑːn/. British English: /ʃɑːˈliːz θəˈrɒn/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "Charlize Theron"?
/ʃɑːrˈliːz θəˈrɑːn/ in American English, /ʃɑːˈliːz θəˈrɒn/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "Charlize Theron"?
“Charlize Theron” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ʃɑːrˈliːz θəˈrɑːn/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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