How to pronounce bursal
Say it like BUR-sul. Bursal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR).
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- BUR
- sul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bursal 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.
- sulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of bursal
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUR-sul.
What does bursal mean?
- Relating to, or resembling, a bursa
Where does bursal come from?
From bursa + -al.
Words that rhyme with bursal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bursal.
Questions about saying bursal
How do you pronounce bursal?
Say BUR-sul. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝsəl/. In British English it is /ˈbɜːsəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bursal?
Bursal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR). Broken into parts: BUR · sul.
Is bursal 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 /ˈbɜːsəl/ (BUR-sul).