How to pronounce aural
Say it like OR-ul. Aural has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR).
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- OR
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aural pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of aural
American and British speakers say aural in essentially the same way: /ˈɔrəl/ in the US and /ˈɔːrəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: AW-rul.
What does aural mean?
- Of or pertaining to the ear.
- Of or pertaining to sound or hearing.
- Of or pertaining to an aura.
Where does aural come from?
From Latin auralis, from auris (“ear”).
Words that rhyme with aural
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aural.
Words that sound like aural
Questions about saying aural
How do you pronounce aural?
Say OR-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔrəl/. In British English it is /ˈɔːrəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aural?
Aural has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR). Broken into parts: OR · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say aural the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɔrəl/ and the British form is /ˈɔːrəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as aural?
Aural sounds the same as oral in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.