How do you pronounce "alias"?

In American English: /ˈeɪliːəs/ (AYL-ee-uhs). In British English: /ˈeɪlɪəs/ (AYL-i-uhs). In Canadian English: /ˈeɪliːəs/ (AYL-ee-uhs). In Australian English: /ˈeɪliəs/ (AYL-ee-uhs).

Is "alias" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈeɪliːəs/ (AYL-ee-uhs), while in British English it's /ˈeɪlɪəs/ (AYL-i-uhs).

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alias

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/ˈeɪliːəs/

AYL-ee-uhs

Syllable Breakdown

eɪlal·iːi·əsas

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Last updated: 2026-02-12