How to Pronounce “establish”
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- American (US)
- /ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/
- British (UK)
- /ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/
What “establish” means
verb — To make stable or firm; to confirm.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “establish” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "establish" mean?
establish (verb): To make stable or firm; to confirm.
How do you pronounce "establish" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "establish", /ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/, 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 "establish"?
/ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/ in American English, /ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "establish"?
“establish” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/ 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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