How to pronounce angel
Say it like AYN-jul. Angel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AYN).
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- AYN
- jul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Angel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- julKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of angel
American and British speakers say angel in essentially the same way: /ˈeɪndʒəl/ in the US and /ˈeɪndʒəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: AYN-jul.
What does angel mean?
- spiritual being attendant upon God
- person of exceptional holiness
- invests in a theatrical production
Where does angel come from?
Use of the term in some churches to refer to a church official derives from interpreting the "angels" of the Seven churches of Asia in Revelation as being bishops or ministers rather than angelic beings.
Questions about saying angel
How do you pronounce angel?
Say AYN-jul. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪndʒəl/. In British English it is /ˈeɪndʒəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in angel?
Angel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AYN). Broken into parts: AYN · jul.
Do Americans and Brits say angel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈeɪndʒəl/ and the British form is /ˈeɪndʒəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.