How to pronounce follicle
Say it like FOL-ih-kul. Follicle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOL).
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- FOL
- ih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Follicle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of follicle
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: FOL-ih-kul.
What does follicle mean?
- A small cavity or sac, such as a hair follicle.
- A type of primitive dry fruit produced by certain flowering plants.
Where does follicle come from?
Borrowed from Latin folliculus.
Words that rhyme with follicle
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Questions about saying follicle
How do you pronounce follicle?
Say FOL-ih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɑlɪkəl/. In British English it is /ˈfɒlɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in follicle?
Follicle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOL). Broken into parts: FOL · ih · kul.
Is follicle pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈfɒlɪkəl/ (FOL-ih-kul).