How to pronounce ashlar
Say it like ASH-ler. Ashlar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ASH).
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- ASH
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ashlar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ASHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ashlar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ASH-luh.
What does ashlar mean?
- Masonry employing flat and well-squared stone or brick, creating an appearance similar to wooden flooring.
- Stone hewn and finished to create such masonry, either completely or as a facade over an earthen or rubble core.
Where does ashlar come from?
From Middle English assheler, acheler, etc., from forms of Old French esselier (“wooden support, traverse beam”), from Medieval Latin ascelāris and assellāris (equivalent to a diminutive of early forms of ais (“plank”)), variant of *axillār
Questions about saying ashlar
How do you pronounce ashlar?
Say ASH-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈæʃlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈæʃlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ashlar?
Ashlar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ASH). Broken into parts: ASH · ler.
Is ashlar 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 /ˈæʃlə/ (ASH-luh).