How to Pronounce worcestershire
Language: English IPA: /ˈwʊstərʃər/
Pronunciation explanation
Despite having 13 letters, it is pronounced in just 3 syllables: WUS-tuh-shur. All the middle letters are completely silent. This is a classic example of English historical spelling vs modern pronunciation.
Practice tip
Just say "WOOSTER-sheer" and you're close. Never pronounce all the syllables as written — that's the most common mistake.
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