How to pronounce effulge
Say it like ih-FUHLJ. Effulge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FUHLJ).
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- ih
- FUHLJ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Effulge pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- FUHLJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of effulge
American and British speakers say effulge in essentially the same way: /ɪˈfʌldʒ/ in the US and /ɪˈfʌldʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-FUHLJ.
What does effulge mean?
- to radiate, shine or beam
Where does effulge come from?
From Latin effulgere (“to shine forth”).
Words that rhyme with effulge
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of effulge.
Questions about saying effulge
How do you pronounce effulge?
Say ih-FUHLJ. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈfʌldʒ/. In British English it is /ɪˈfʌldʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in effulge?
Effulge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FUHLJ). Broken into parts: ih · FUHLJ.
Do Americans and Brits say effulge the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈfʌldʒ/ and the British form is /ɪˈfʌldʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.