How to pronounce auncle
Say it like AHNG-kul. Auncle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AHNG).
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US American/ˈɑŋkəl/AHNG-kul
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- AHNG
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Auncle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does auncle mean?
noun
- Used especially as a gender-neutral term: the sibling or sibling-in-law of one's parent.
Where does auncle come from?
Blend of aunt + uncle.
Questions about saying auncle
How do you pronounce auncle?
Say AHNG-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑŋkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in auncle?
Auncle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AHNG). Broken into parts: AHNG · kul.