How to pronounce aglet
Say it like AG-lut. Aglet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AG).
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- AG
- lut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aglet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- lutKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of aglet
American and British speakers say aglet in essentially the same way: /ˈæɡlət/ in the US and /ˈæɡlət/ in the UK.
British respelling: AG-lut.
What does aglet mean?
- Alternative form of aiglet.
- A catkin.
Where does aglet come from?
From Middle English aglet, aglett, agglot, from Old French aguillete.
Questions about saying aglet
How do you pronounce aglet?
Say AG-lut. The American pronunciation is /ˈæɡlət/. In British English it is /ˈæɡlət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aglet?
Aglet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AG). Broken into parts: AG · lut.
Do Americans and Brits say aglet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæɡlət/ and the British form is /ˈæɡlət/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.