How to pronounce chordal
Say it like KOR-dul. Chordal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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US American/ˈkɔrdəl/KOR-dul
UK British/ˈkɔːdəl/KAW-dul
- KOR
- dul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chordal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- dulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of chordal
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-dul.
What does chordal mean?
adjective
- Of, pertaining to, or consisting of chords.
- Having an accompaniment of chords rather than a countermelody.
- Having a notochord; chordate
Where does chordal come from?
From chord + -al.
Questions about saying chordal
How do you pronounce chordal?
Say KOR-dul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrdəl/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːdəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chordal?
Chordal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · dul.
Is chordal 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 /ˈkɔːdəl/ (KAW-dul).