How to pronounce burley
Say it like BUR-lee. Burley has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR).
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- BUR
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Burley pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of burley
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUR-lee.
What does burley mean?
- A tobacco grown mainly in Kentucky, used in making cigarettes.
- Blood and offal used by fishermen to attract fish.
- Burlesque.
Where does burley come from?
Unknown. Compare the personal name Burley.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with burley
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of burley.
Words that sound like burley
Questions about saying burley
How do you pronounce burley?
Say BUR-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝli/. In British English it is /ˈbɜːli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in burley?
Burley has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR). Broken into parts: BUR · lee.
Is burley 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 /ˈbɜːli/ (BUR-lee).
What words sound the same as burley?
Burley sounds the same as burly in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.