How to pronounce cornhusk
Say it like KORN-huhsk. Cornhusk has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KORN).
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- KORN
- huhsk
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cornhusk pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- huhskGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of cornhusk
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAWN-huhsk.
What does cornhusk mean?
- The husk of an ear of corn (maize).
Where does cornhusk come from?
From corn + husk.
Questions about saying cornhusk
How do you pronounce cornhusk?
Say KORN-huhsk. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrnˌhʌsk/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːnˌhʌsk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cornhusk?
Cornhusk has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KORN). Broken into parts: KORN · huhsk.
Is cornhusk 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 /ˈkɔːnˌhʌsk/ (KAWN-huhsk).