You can change Siri's voice in Settings on any Apple device

Siri comes with multiple voice options built in, and switching between them takes less than a minute. Open Settings, go to Siri & Search, then tap Siri Voice to pick a different accent, language, or voice gender. The change applies immediately — the next time you use Siri, you'll hear the new voice.

Apple offers several voice options for most languages, including different accents and genders. On newer devices running iOS 17, iPadOS 17, or later, you also get Natural Voices, which sound more human and less synthetic. These require more processing power, so they may not be available on older devices.

Key Takeaways

  • Siri's voice settings are in Settings > Siri & Search > Siri Voice on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
  • You can choose from multiple accents and voice genders for most languages, and the change takes effect immediately.
  • Natural Voices sound more realistic but only work on devices running iOS 17, iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma, or later.
  • If you don't see Siri Voice as an option, make sure Siri is turned on in the same Settings menu.

Steps to change Siri's voice on iPhone or iPad

Open the Settings app and scroll down to find Siri & Search. Tap it, then look for Siri Voice near the top of the menu. You'll see a list of available voices — each one shows the accent and language it uses.

Tap any voice to hear a short sample. Once you've picked one, it's automatically selected. Close Settings and the next time you activate Siri (by saying "Hey Siri" or pressing and holding the home button), you'll hear the new voice.

Steps to change Siri's voice on Mac

Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner and select System Settings. In the sidebar, click Siri & Spotlight. Then click Siri Voice to see your options.

Select the voice you want and hear a preview. The change takes effect right away. If you're using an older Mac running macOS Monterey or earlier, the menu path is System Preferences > Siri instead.

What Natural Voices are and when you can use them

Natural Voices are newer voice options that sound more like a real person speaking. They have better intonation, more natural pauses, and fewer of the robotic qualities of older Siri voices. Apple released them starting with iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma.

Not all devices support Natural Voices — they require more processing power than standard voices. If your device runs iOS 17 or later but you don't see Natural Voices in the Siri Voice menu, your device may not have enough memory or processing capability. Standard voices will always be available as a fallback.

Why Siri might not show voice options

If you open Siri & Search but don't see a Siri Voice option, Siri is probably turned off. In the same menu, look for a toggle that says Listen for "Hey Siri" or Press Side Button for Siri. Turn it on, and the Siri Voice option will appear.

On some older devices or if you're using a language that Apple doesn't fully support, voice options may be limited or unavailable. In that case, you're stuck with the default voice for your language and region, but you can still change other Siri settings like response style or search suggestions.

Changing Siri's language separate from your device language

Siri's language doesn't have to match your device language. If you want Siri to respond in Spanish but keep your phone in English, go to Settings > Siri & Search > Siri Language and pick a different one. Then go to Siri Voice to choose a voice in that language.

This is useful if you're learning a language and want Siri to respond in that language, or if you live in a multilingual household. Keep in mind that Siri will understand voice commands in whatever language you set, so if you switch Siri to Spanish, saying "Hey Siri" in English may not work as reliably.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a celebrity voice for Siri?

No. Apple has never offered celebrity voices for Siri. All available voices are created by Apple or licensed voice actors. If you see a website claiming to offer celebrity Siri voices, it's not real.

Will changing Siri's voice affect Siri on my other Apple devices?

No. Each device has its own Siri settings. If you change the voice on your iPhone, your iPad and Mac will keep their original voices unless you change them separately. However, if you use iCloud sync, some settings may sync across devices — check your iCloud settings in Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud to see what's synced.

What if I want Siri to speak in a different accent?

Different accents are built into the voice options. When you go to Siri Voice, you'll see options like "English (US)", "English (UK)", "English (Australia)", and so on. Each one has its own set of voices with that regional accent. Pick the accent you want, then choose a specific voice within it.

Can I make Siri speak faster or slower?

Siri's speech speed is not adjustable through the Siri settings menu. However, if you go to Settings > Accessibility > Spoken Content, you can adjust the speaking rate for all voice features on your device, which may affect how Siri sounds in some contexts.