How to pronounce carline
Say it like KAR-lin. Carline has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR).
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- KAR
- lin
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Carline pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- linKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of carline
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAH-lin.
What does carline mean?
- A woman; also, a hag or witch.
- A line of automobiles awaiting access to the same building or similar location.
- Carline thistle (Carlina spp.).
Where does carline come from?
From Old Norse karling, feminine of karl (“carl”).
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Questions about saying carline
How do you pronounce carline?
Say KAR-lin. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑrlɪn/. In British English it is /ˈkɑːlɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in carline?
Carline has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR). Broken into parts: KAR · lin.
Is carline 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 /ˈkɑːlɪn/ (KAH-lin).