How to pronounce figgle
Say it like FIG-ul. Figgle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIG).
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- FIG
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Figgle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FIGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of figgle
American and British speakers say figgle in essentially the same way: /ˈfɪɡəl/ in the US and /ˈfɪɡəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: FIG-ul.
What does figgle mean?
- To fidget about; wriggle
- To potter about seeking a living
Where does figgle come from?
From fig (“to move briskly; go to and fro”, a variant of fike) + -le (frequentative suffix).
Words that rhyme with figgle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of figgle.
Questions about saying figgle
How do you pronounce figgle?
Say FIG-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɪɡəl/. In British English it is /ˈfɪɡəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in figgle?
Figgle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIG). Broken into parts: FIG · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say figgle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfɪɡəl/ and the British form is /ˈfɪɡəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.