How to pronounce coequal
Say it like koh-EE-kwul. Coequal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (EE).
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- koh
- EE
- kwul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Coequal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- EESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kwulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of coequal
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: koh-EE-kwul.
What does coequal mean?
- Equal to each other in size, rank or position.
- An equal person or thing.
Where does coequal come from?
From Middle English coequalle, from Latin coaequālis; equivalent to co- + equal.
Words that rhyme with coequal
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Questions about saying coequal
How do you pronounce coequal?
Say koh-EE-kwul. The American pronunciation is /koʊˈikwəl/. In British English it is /kəʊˈiːkwəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in coequal?
Coequal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (EE). Broken into parts: koh · EE · kwul.
Is coequal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /kəʊˈiːkwəl/ (koh-EE-kwul).