How to Pronounce “dais”
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- American (US)
- /ˈdeɪɪs/
- British (UK)
- /ˈdeɪɪs/
What “dais” means
noun — A raised platform in a room for a high table, a seat of honour, a throne, or other dignified occupancy, such as ancestral statues; a similar platform supporting a lectern, pulpit, etc., which may be used to speak from.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “dais” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈdeɪɪs/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "dais" mean?
dais (noun): A raised platform in a room for a high table, a seat of honour, a throne, or other dignified occupancy, such as ancestral statues; a similar platform supporting a lectern, pulpit, etc., which may be used to speak from.
How do you pronounce "dais" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "dais", /ˈdeɪɪs/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "dais"?
/ˈdeɪɪs/ in American English, /ˈdeɪɪs/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "dais"?
“dais” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈdeɪɪs/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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