How to pronounce flannelette
Say it like flan-uh-LET. Flannelette has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LET).
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- flan
- uh
- LET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flannelette pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- flanGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of flannelette
American and British speakers say flannelette in essentially the same way: /ˌflænəˈlɛt/ in the US and /ˌflænəˈlɛt/ in the UK.
British respelling: flan-uh-LET.
What does flannelette mean?
- A type of soft, woven fabric, made to imitate flannel by raising or brushing the fibers in the weft. Frequently used in sleepwear, pillows, and bedding.
- Something made from this fabric.“Our flannelettes provide an extra layer between the underquilt and sheets.”
Where does flannelette come from?
From flannel + -ette.
Words that rhyme with flannelette
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of flannelette.
Questions about saying flannelette
How do you pronounce flannelette?
Say flan-uh-LET. The American pronunciation is /ˌflænəˈlɛt/. In British English it is /ˌflænəˈlɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flannelette?
Flannelette has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LET). Broken into parts: flan · uh · LET.
Do Americans and Brits say flannelette the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌflænəˈlɛt/ and the British form is /ˌflænəˈlɛt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.