How to pronounce branle
Say it like BRAHL. Branle is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- BRAHL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Branle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRAHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of branle
American and British speakers say branle in essentially the same way: /brɑl/ in the US and /brɑːl/ in the UK.
British respelling: BRAHL.
What does branle mean?
- A dance of French origin dating from the 16th century, performed by couples in a circle or a line; the music for this dance.
Where does branle come from?
From French branler (“to shake”); see further at brawl, etymology 2.
Words that rhyme with branle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of branle.
Questions about saying branle
How do you pronounce branle?
Say BRAHL. The American pronunciation is /brɑl/. In British English it is /brɑːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in branle?
Branle is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: BRAHL.
Do Americans and Brits say branle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /brɑl/ and the British form is /brɑːl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.