How to pronounce bulger
Say it like BUHL-gher. Bulger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHL).
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- BUHL
- gher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bulger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of bulger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUHL-guh.
What does bulger mean?
- A driver or a brassy with a convex face.
- A capacitor with a bulging top.
- Anything very large; a whopper.
Where does bulger come from?
From bulge + -er.
Words that rhyme with bulger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bulger.
Questions about saying bulger
How do you pronounce bulger?
Say BUHL-gher. The American pronunciation is /ˈbʌlɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbʌlɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bulger?
Bulger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHL). Broken into parts: BUHL · gher.
Is bulger 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 /ˈbʌlɡə/ (BUHL-guh).