How to pronounce cordial
Say it like KOR-jul. Cordial has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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- KOR
- jul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cordial 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.
- julKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cordial
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-dee-ul.
What does cordial mean?
- Hearty; sincere; warm; affectionate.“I have a cordial dislike for arachnids.”
- Radiating warmth and friendliness; genial.
- Tending to revive, cheer, or invigorate; giving strength or spirits.
- A concentrated non-carbonated soft drink which is diluted with water before drinking.
- An individual serving of such a diluted drink.
- A pleasant-tasting medicine.
Where does cordial come from?
Inherited from Middle English cordial, from Old French cordial, from Medieval Latin cordiālis (“of the heart”), from cor (“heart”).
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Questions about saying cordial
How do you pronounce cordial?
Say KOR-jul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrdʒəl/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːdiəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cordial?
Cordial has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · jul.
Is cordial pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈkɔːdiəl/ (KAW-dee-ul).