How to pronounce dogleg
Say it like DAW-gleg. Dogleg has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAW).
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- DAW
- gleg
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dogleg pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- glegGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of dogleg
American and British speakers say dogleg in essentially the same way: /ˈdɔˌɡlɛɡ/ in the US and /ˈdɒɡlɛɡ/ in the UK.
British respelling: DOG-leg.
What does dogleg mean?
- A configuration of stairs where a flight ascends to a half-landing before turning 180 degrees and continuing upwards.
- A sharp bend in the fairway before reaching a hole.
- A single intersection consisting of two opposing T-junctions in close proximity; an intersection with a staggered cross street.
- To bend in the shape of the hind leg of a dog, especially to turn and then turn back sharply to the original direction.
Where does dogleg come from?
The noun is derived from dog + leg, referring to the shape of the hind leg of a dog.
Questions about saying dogleg
How do you pronounce dogleg?
Say DAW-gleg. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɔˌɡlɛɡ/. In British English it is /ˈdɒɡlɛɡ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dogleg?
Dogleg has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAW). Broken into parts: DAW · gleg.
Do Americans and Brits say dogleg the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdɔˌɡlɛɡ/ and the British form is /ˈdɒɡlɛɡ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.