How to pronounce aglow
Say it like uh-GLOH. Aglow has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GLOH).
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- uh
- GLOH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aglow pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- GLOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of aglow
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: uh-GLOH.
What does aglow mean?
- glowing; radiant
Where does aglow come from?
From a- + glow.
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Words that rhyme with aglow
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Questions about saying aglow
How do you pronounce aglow?
Say uh-GLOH. The American pronunciation is /əˈɡloʊ/. In British English it is /əˈɡləʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aglow?
Aglow has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GLOH). Broken into parts: uh · GLOH.
Is aglow pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /əˈɡləʊ/ (uh-GLOH).