How to pronounce arkose
Say it like ar-KOHS. Arkose has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOHS).
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- ar
- KOHS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arkose 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.
- KOHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of arkose
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ah-KOHS.
What does arkose mean?
- An arenite sandstone consisting of at least 25% feldspar grains.
Where does arkose come from?
Borrowed from French arkose.
Words that rhyme with arkose
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of arkose.
Questions about saying arkose
How do you pronounce arkose?
Say ar-KOHS. The American pronunciation is /ɑrˈkoʊs/. In British English it is /ɑːˈkəʊs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arkose?
Arkose has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOHS). Broken into parts: ar · KOHS.
Is arkose 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 /ɑːˈkəʊs/ (ah-KOHS).