How to Pronounce "say cheese"
expression
ˈseɪ/ /ˈtʃiz
SAY CHEEZ
sˈeɪ/ /tʃˈiːz
SAY CHEEZ
Definition
People tell others to "say cheese" when taking their photo, so they smile naturally for the picture.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈseɪ/ /ˈtʃiz
British English
sˈeɪ/ /tʃˈiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAY CHEEZ
UK
SAY CHEEZ
Listen in Context
The photographer told us to say cheese.
Before she took the picture, she said, "Say cheese!"
Children always smile when you tell them to say cheese.
Let's all gather for a group photo—ready? Say cheese!