How to pronounce "vanish"

vanish

Noun
American
/ˈvænɪʃ/

Syllable Breakdown

van ish

How natives say vanish

British
/ˈvænɪʃ/

Syllable Breakdown

van ish

How natives say vanish

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with the 'van' sound with lips forming a 'v' sound, tongue behind the lower teeth.

  • Move to the short 'a' sound, tongue low and middle of your mouth relaxed.

  • End with 'ish', with a light 'i' and 'sh', tongue close to teeth for the 'sh' sound.

Common Mistakes

  • vah-nish (vah-nish)

  • ven-ish (ven-ish)

  • van-eesh (van-eesh)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Step 1 for BrE

  • Step 2 for BrE

  • Step 3 for BrE

common mistakes

  • vah-nish (vah-nish)

  • ven-ish (ven-ish)

  • van-eesh (van-eesh)

FAQ

Is the 'v' sound in 'vanish' soft?

Yes, keep it light and use your teeth and lips gently.

Is there a long 'i' or short 'i'?

It is a short 'i' sound, not long.

Where is the stress in the word?

The stress is on the first syllable: 'van'.

Definition

vanish

To disappear or become invisible.

Word Family

vanished

/ˈvænɪʃt/

verb

Past tense of vanish

Example: The bird vanished quickly.

vanishing

/ˈvænɪʃɪŋ/

verb

Present participle of vanish

Example: The fog is vanishing now.

vanishes

/ˈvænɪʃəz/

verb

Third person singular of vanish

Example: The ice vanishes in heat.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Vanished ends with a 't' sound.

Vanishing includes an 'ing' ending with a nasal 'ng' sound.

Vanishes ends with 'ez', a schwa and a z sound.

Pro Tips

Focus on the 'v' sound

Press your teeth lightly on your lower lip to create a clear 'v' sound.

Stress the beginning

Remember to stress the first syllable 'van' for the correct pronunciation.

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/əˈkɑːm.plɪʃ/

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/əˈfɔrd/

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