How to pronounce binocular
Say it like by-NAH-kyuh-ler. Binocular has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAH).
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- by
- NAH
- kyuh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Binocular pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- byGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- NAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kyuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of binocular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: bih-NAW-kyuu-luh.
What does binocular mean?
- Using two eyes or viewpoints; especially, using two eyes or viewpoints to ascertain distance.“a binocular microscope or telescope”
- Attributive form of binoculars. How to pronounce binoculars
- A pair of binoculars.
- Any binocular glass, such as an opera glass, telescope, or microscope.
Where does binocular come from?
Borrowed from French binoculaire.
Words that rhyme with binocular
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of binocular.
Questions about saying binocular
How do you pronounce binocular?
Say by-NAH-kyuh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˌbaɪˈnɑkjəlɚ/. In British English it is /bɪˈnɔkjʊlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in binocular?
Binocular has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAH). Broken into parts: by · NAH · kyuh · ler.
Is binocular 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 /bɪˈnɔkjʊlə/ (bih-NAW-kyuu-luh).