How to pronounce birdlike
Say it like BURD-lyke. Birdlike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BURD).
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- BURD
- lyke
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Birdlike pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BURDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- lykeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of birdlike
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BURD-lyke.
What does birdlike mean?
- Similar to a bird or an aspect of a bird; reminiscent of birds.“a birdlike song; birdlike eyes”
- In the manner of a bird; as, to fly.
Where does birdlike come from?
From bird + -like.
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Questions about saying birdlike
How do you pronounce birdlike?
Say BURD-lyke. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝdˌlaɪk/. In British English it is /ˈbɜːdˌlaɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in birdlike?
Birdlike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BURD). Broken into parts: BURD · lyke.
Is birdlike 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 /ˈbɜːdˌlaɪk/ (BURD-lyke).