How to pronounce argyll
Say it like ar-GHYLE. Argyll has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GHYLE).
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- ar
- GHYLE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Argyll pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- arKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- GHYLESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of argyll
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ah-GHYLE.
What does argyll mean?
- Alternative form of argyle.
Words that rhyme with argyll
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Words that sound like argyll
Questions about saying argyll
How do you pronounce argyll?
Say ar-GHYLE. The American pronunciation is /ɑrˈɡaɪl/. In British English it is /ɑːˈɡaɪl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in argyll?
Argyll has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GHYLE). Broken into parts: ar · GHYLE.
Is argyll 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 /ɑːˈɡaɪl/ (ah-GHYLE).
What words sound the same as argyll?
Argyll sounds the same as argyle in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.