How to pronounce circlet
Say it like SUR-klut. Circlet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUR).
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- SUR
- klut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Circlet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- klutKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of circlet
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SUR-klut.
What does circlet mean?
- A small circle.
- A ring (typically of gold or silver) worn as an ornament on the head.
- A crown without arches or a covering.
Where does circlet come from?
From Middle French cerclet, diminutive of cercle.
Questions about saying circlet
How do you pronounce circlet?
Say SUR-klut. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɝklət/. In British English it is /ˈsɜːklət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in circlet?
Circlet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUR). Broken into parts: SUR · klut.
Is circlet 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 /ˈsɜːklət/ (SUR-klut).