How to pronounce argan
Say it like AR-gun. Argan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- gun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Argan 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.
- gunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of argan
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-gun.
What does argan mean?
- A tree of species Sideroxylon spinosum (formerly Argania spinosa), of southwestern Morocco, particularly prized for its oil.
- Fruit of this tree.
Where does argan come from?
Borrowed from Tashelhit argan.
Words that rhyme with argan
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of argan.
Questions about saying argan
How do you pronounce argan?
Say AR-gun. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrɡən/. In British English it is /ˈɑːɡən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in argan?
Argan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · gun.
Is argan 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 /ˈɑːɡən/ (AH-gun).