How to pronounce consul
Say it like KON-sul. Consul has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KON).
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- KON
- sul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Consul pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- sulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of consul
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KON-sul.
What does consul mean?
- a diplomat appointed by a government to protect its commercial interests and help its citizens in a foreign country
Where does consul come from?
From Middle English consul, from Old English consul, from Latin cōnsul.
Words that rhyme with consul
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of consul.
Questions about saying consul
How do you pronounce consul?
Say KON-sul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑnsəl/. In British English it is /ˈkɒnsəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in consul?
Consul has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KON). Broken into parts: KON · sul.
Is consul pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkɒnsəl/ (KON-sul).