How to pronounce belvedere
Say it like BEL-vuh-dih-er. Belvedere has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BEL).
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- BEL
- vuh
- dih
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Belvedere pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- vuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- dihGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of belvedere
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BEL-vih-deer.
What does belvedere mean?
- A turret or other raised structure offering a pleasant view of the surrounding area.
- Summer cypress (Bassia scoparia)
Where does belvedere come from?
Borrowed from Italian belvedere (literally “fair view”).
Questions about saying belvedere
How do you pronounce belvedere?
Say BEL-vuh-dih-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɛlvəˌdɪɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbɛlvɪˌdɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in belvedere?
Belvedere has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BEL). Broken into parts: BEL · vuh · dih · er.
Is belvedere pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈbɛlvɪˌdɪə/ (BEL-vih-deer).