How to pronounce ensnarl
Say it like in-SNARL. Ensnarl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SNARL).
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- in
- SNARL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ensnarl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SNARLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of ensnarl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: in-SNAHL.
What does ensnarl mean?
- To entangle; to trap.
Where does ensnarl come from?
From en- + snarl.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with ensnarl
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Questions about saying ensnarl
How do you pronounce ensnarl?
Say in-SNARL. The American pronunciation is /ɪnˈsnɑrl/. In British English it is /ɪnˈsnɑːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ensnarl?
Ensnarl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SNARL). Broken into parts: in · SNARL.
Is ensnarl 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 /ɪnˈsnɑːl/ (in-SNAHL).