How to pronounce camel
Say it like KAM-ul. Camel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAM).
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- KAM
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Camel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of camel
American and British speakers say camel in essentially the same way: /ˈkæməl/ in the US and /ˈkæməl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAM-ul.
What does camel mean?
- cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regions
Words that rhyme with camel
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of camel.
Questions about saying camel
How do you pronounce camel?
Say KAM-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkæməl/. In British English it is /ˈkæməl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in camel?
Camel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAM). Broken into parts: KAM · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say camel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkæməl/ and the British form is /ˈkæməl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.