How to pronounce formulae
Say it like FOR-myuh-lay. Formulae has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR).
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- FOR
- myuh
- lay
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Formulae pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- myuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- layGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of formulae
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FAW-myuu-lee.
What does formulae mean?
- plural of formula How to pronounce formula
Questions about saying formulae
How do you pronounce formulae?
Say FOR-myuh-lay. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɔrmjəˌleɪ/. In British English it is /ˈfɔːmjʊli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in formulae?
Formulae has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR). Broken into parts: FOR · myuh · lay.
Is formulae 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 /ˈfɔːmjʊli/ (FAW-myuu-lee).