How to pronounce either
either
/ˈiːðər/
2 syllables, stress on the first
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There is a second pronunciation: /ˈaɪðər/.
What to watch for
th is the voiced /ð/ here, as in “this”.
Either, sound by sound
| /iː/as in sheep | A long, tense “ee”; lips spread as in a smile. |
| /ð/as in this | Tongue tip between the teeth, with voice. It is not Z or D. |
| /ər/as in bird | Lips relaxed, tongue in the middle of the mouth. Keep one steady sound. |
In a sentence
A door must be either shut or open.
Words that rhyme with either
More words with the /ð/ sound
Questions and answers
How do you pronounce either?
Either is pronounced /ˈiːðər/ in American English. A second pronunciation, /ˈaɪðər/, is also used.
How many syllables are in either?
Either has 2 syllables.
Which syllable is stressed in either?
The first syllable: /ˈiːðər/.
Is there a silent or unusual letter in either?
th is the voiced /ð/ here, as in “this”.