How to pronounce atwirl
Say it like uh-TWURL. Atwirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TWURL).
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- uh
- TWURL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Atwirl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TWURLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of atwirl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-TWURL.
What does atwirl mean?
- twirling“She set his heart atwirl.”
Where does atwirl come from?
From a- + twirl.
Words that rhyme with atwirl
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of atwirl.
Questions about saying atwirl
How do you pronounce atwirl?
Say uh-TWURL. The American pronunciation is /əˈtwɝl/. In British English it is /əˈtwɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in atwirl?
Atwirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TWURL). Broken into parts: uh · TWURL.
Is atwirl 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 /əˈtwɜːl/ (uh-TWURL).