How to pronounce awhirl
Say it like uh-WURL. Awhirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WURL).
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- uh
- WURL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Awhirl 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.
- WURLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of awhirl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-WURL.
What does awhirl mean?
- Whirling.“My mind was awhirl with new ideas.”
Where does awhirl come from?
From a- + whirl.
Words that rhyme with awhirl
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of awhirl.
Questions about saying awhirl
How do you pronounce awhirl?
Say uh-WURL. The American pronunciation is /əˈwɝl/. In British English it is /əˈwɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in awhirl?
Awhirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WURL). Broken into parts: uh · WURL.
Is awhirl 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 /əˈwɜːl/ (uh-WURL).