How to pronounce ecbole
Say it like EK-buh-lee. Ecbole has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɛkbəli/EK-buh-lee
UK British/ˈɛkbəli/EK-buh-lee
- EK
- buh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ecbole pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- buhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of ecbole
American and British speakers say ecbole in essentially the same way: /ˈɛkbəli/ in the US and /ˈɛkbəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: EK-buh-lee.
What does ecbole mean?
noun
- A digression, (especially) one in which a person is introduced speaking his or her own words.
- The raising or sharping of a tone, especially (historical) in relation to Ancient Greek music.
Questions about saying ecbole
How do you pronounce ecbole?
Say EK-buh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛkbəli/. In British English it is /ˈɛkbəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ecbole?
Ecbole has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · buh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say ecbole the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛkbəli/ and the British form is /ˈɛkbəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.