How to pronounce bandshell
Say it like band-SHEL. Bandshell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SHEL).
VoiceSpeed
US American/bændˈʃɛl/band-SHEL
UK BritishNo British transcription yet. The audio still plays in this accent.
- band
- SHEL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bandshell pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- bandKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- SHELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
What does bandshell mean?
noun
- A large, outdoor performing venue typically used by bands and orchestras, with the roof protecting musicians from the elements and reflecting the sound towards the audience.
Where does bandshell come from?
From band + shell.
Words that rhyme with bandshell
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bandshell.
Questions about saying bandshell
How do you pronounce bandshell?
Say band-SHEL. The American pronunciation is /bændˈʃɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bandshell?
Bandshell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SHEL). Broken into parts: band · SHEL.