How to pronounce catgirl
Say it like KAT-gurl. Catgirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAT).
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- KAT
- gurl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Catgirl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- gurlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of catgirl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAT-gurl.
What does catgirl mean?
- A girl or woman who wears a cat costume and plays the role of a cat.
- A female fictional character who has a cat's ears, tail, or other feline characteristics on an otherwise humanoid body.
Where does catgirl come from?
From cat + girl.
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Questions about saying catgirl
How do you pronounce catgirl?
Say KAT-gurl. The American pronunciation is /ˈkætˌɡɝl/. In British English it is /ˈkætˌɡɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in catgirl?
Catgirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAT). Broken into parts: KAT · gurl.
Is catgirl 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 /ˈkætˌɡɜːl/ (KAT-gurl).