How to pronounce fangirl
Say it like FAN-gurl. Fangirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAN).
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- FAN
- gurl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fangirl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- gurlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of fangirl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FAN-gurl.
What does fangirl mean?
- A female fan who is obsessive about a particular subject (especially, someone or something in popular entertainment media).
- To behave like a fangirl; to be obsequious, star-struck, boy crazy, etc.
Where does fangirl come from?
From fan + girl.
Questions about saying fangirl
How do you pronounce fangirl?
Say FAN-gurl. The American pronunciation is /ˈfænˌɡɝl/. In British English it is /ˈfænˌɡɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fangirl?
Fangirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAN). Broken into parts: FAN · gurl.
Is fangirl 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 /ˈfænˌɡɜːl/ (FAN-gurl).