How to pronounce allonge
Say it like uh-LUHNZH. Allonge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LUHNZH).
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- uh
- LUHNZH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allonge 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.
- LUHNZHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of allonge
American and British speakers say allonge in essentially the same way: /əˈlʌnʒ/ in the US and /əˈlʌnʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-LUHNZH.
What does allonge mean?
- A slip of paper attached to a negotiable instrument to hold endorsements should the document itself be unable to hold any more.
- A thrust or pass; a lunge.
- To thrust with a sword; to lunge.
Where does allonge come from?
Borrowed from French allonge (“a lengthening”).
Questions about saying allonge
How do you pronounce allonge?
Say uh-LUHNZH. The American pronunciation is /əˈlʌnʒ/. In British English it is /əˈlʌnʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allonge?
Allonge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LUHNZH). Broken into parts: uh · LUHNZH.
Do Americans and Brits say allonge the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈlʌnʒ/ and the British form is /əˈlʌnʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.