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How to Pronounce “i wis” in English

/ɪˈwɪs/

I·wis

Stress: i

Accent:

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IPA/ɪˈwɪs/
Syllablesi·wis
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What does “i wis” mean?

ADVERB
  • Certainly, surely, indeed.

Example sentences

  • Iwis, in all the Senate There was no heart so bold[…].
  • Some there be that shadows kiss; Such have but a shadow's bliss; There be fools alive, I wis, Silver'd o'er, and so was this.

How to pronounce “i wis

Syllables:
i · wis
Stress:
i — say this syllable louder and longer.
IPA:
/ɪˈwɪs/
Listen for:
the stressed /i/ in the clips above — notice how surrounding sounds blend in natural speech.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce “i wis”?

“i wis” is pronounced /ɪˈwɪs/ (i · wis). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.

How many syllables are in “i wis”?

“i wis” has 2 syllables: i · wis.

Where is the stress in “i wis”?

The primary stress in “i wis” is on “I”. Listen for that stressed syllable in the clips above.

What does “i wis” mean?

Certainly, surely, indeed.

How can I hear “i wis” used in real sentences?

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