What either means
One or the other of two options, or also in negative statements.
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How to pronounce either
Learn how to pronounce either in English with clear US and UK audio, simple phonetic spelling, IPA, syllables, stress, and pronunciation tips.
1. Audio
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2. Simple phonetic spelling
EE-thur
3. IPA transcription
/ˈiːðər/
4. Syllables
either
5. Stress
EE-thur
6. Native-language tips
ee-thur
- Both EE-thur and EYE-thuh are widely heard; choose the accent target you need.
How to say either in American English
Use the simple guide "EE-thur" and compare it with US IPA /ˈiːðər/.
How to say either in British English
Compare UK IPA /ˈaɪðə/ with the guide "EYE-thuh", then confirm it with UK audio.
What makes this word difficult
The first vowel can be /iː/ or /aɪ/ depending on speaker and accent. The th sound is voiced /ð/, not voiceless /θ/. The ei spelling does not guarantee one vowel; either has accepted variants.
Mouth and tongue position
Use vocal vibration for /ð/ and keep the tongue lightly between the teeth.
Common pronunciation mistakes
- Using voiceless /θ/ as in think.
- Treating one accepted variant as the only correct pronunciation.
Natural example sentences
- Either answer could be correct in this context.
- I do not want coffee either.
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Tips for language learners
chinese speakers
- For /ð/, use voice; it should not sound like /s/ or /z/.
FAQ
What is the IPA for either?
A common IPA transcription is /ˈiːðər/. PronounceText can show US and UK variants when they differ.
Where is the stress in either?
The stress guide is EE-thur.