How to pronounce archdevil
Say it like arch-DEV-ul. Archdevil has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEV).
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- arch
- DEV
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Archdevil pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- archKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- DEVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of archdevil
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ahch-DEV-ul.
What does archdevil mean?
- A chief or reigning devil.
Where does archdevil come from?
From arch- + devil.
Words that rhyme with archdevil
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of archdevil.
Questions about saying archdevil
How do you pronounce archdevil?
Say arch-DEV-ul. The American pronunciation is /ɑrtʃˈdɛvəl/. In British English it is /ɑːtʃˈdɛvəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in archdevil?
Archdevil has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEV). Broken into parts: arch · DEV · ul.
Is archdevil pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ɑːtʃˈdɛvəl/ (ahch-DEV-ul).