English pronunciation · Words Starting with S
Says Pronunciation
Says is pronounced SEZ, IPA /ˈsɛz/.
SEZ
US /ˈsɛz/ · UK /ˈsɛz/
Syllables: SEZ (1 syllable)
verb (third person singular of say): The form of say used with he, she, or it.
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Says in a Sentence
- She says the shop closes at six.
- He says nothing for hours at a time.
- Whatever the sign says, the gate is locked.
Common Mispronunciations of Says
Not SAYZ
This is the odd member of the family. Say holds its long vowel, while said and says both cut it down to the e of fed.
Not SES
The ending is voiced, a z, so the word rhymes with fez.
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