How to pronounce argal
Say it like AR-gul. Argal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- gul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Argal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- gulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of argal
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-gul.
What does argal mean?
- thus, therefore
- crude tartar.
- An argali (species of sheep, ammon ovis from the subfamily caprinae from family bovidae).
Where does argal come from?
The Gravedigger in his famous play, Hamlet.
Words that rhyme with argal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of argal.
Questions about saying argal
How do you pronounce argal?
Say AR-gul. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrɡəl/. In British English it is /ˈɑːɡəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in argal?
Argal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · gul.
Is argal 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 /ˈɑːɡəl/ (AH-gul).