How to pronounce amulet
Say it like AM-yuh-lut. Amulet has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM).
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- AM
- yuh
- lut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Amulet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lutKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of amulet
American and British speakers say amulet in essentially the same way: /ˈæmjələt/ in the US and /ˈæmjələt/ in the UK.
British respelling: AM-yuh-lut.
What does amulet mean?
- A religious article, protective charm, or ornament, usually bearing cultural or magical symbols, worn for protection against ill will, negative influences, the evil eye, or evil spirits.“The soldier wore an amulet for protection.”
Where does amulet come from?
From Middle French amulette, from Latin amuletum.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying amulet
How do you pronounce amulet?
Say AM-yuh-lut. The American pronunciation is /ˈæmjələt/. In British English it is /ˈæmjələt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in amulet?
Amulet has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM). Broken into parts: AM · yuh · lut.
Do Americans and Brits say amulet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæmjələt/ and the British form is /ˈæmjələt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.