How to pronounce fernlike
Say it like FURN-lyke. Fernlike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FURN).
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- FURN
- lyke
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fernlike pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FURNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- lykeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of fernlike
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FURN-lyke.
What does fernlike mean?
- Resembling a fern.
Where does fernlike come from?
From fern + -like.
Questions about saying fernlike
How do you pronounce fernlike?
Say FURN-lyke. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɝnˌlaɪk/. In British English it is /ˈfɜːnˌlaɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fernlike?
Fernlike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FURN). Broken into parts: FURN · lyke.
Is fernlike 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 /ˈfɜːnˌlaɪk/ (FURN-lyke).