English pronunciation

How to pronounce “history

Phonetic spelling

HISS-tuh-ree

IPA /ˈhɪstɝi/

Syllable stress

HISS·tuh·ree

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Hear it in a sentence

  • I love learning about ancient history in school.

  • She made history by becoming the first woman president.

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