How to pronounce algal
Say it like AL-gul. Algal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- gul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Algal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- gulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of algal
American and British speakers say algal in essentially the same way: /ˈælɡəl/ in the US and /ˈælɡəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: AL-gul.
What does algal mean?
- Pertaining to, or like, algae.
- An alga.
Where does algal come from?
From alga + -al.
Questions about saying algal
How do you pronounce algal?
Say AL-gul. The American pronunciation is /ˈælɡəl/. In British English it is /ˈælɡəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in algal?
Algal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · gul.
Do Americans and Brits say algal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈælɡəl/ and the British form is /ˈælɡəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.