How to pronounce foxgirl
Say it like FAWKS-gurl. Foxgirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAWKS).
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- FAWKS
- gurl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Foxgirl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FAWKSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- gurlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of foxgirl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FAWKS-gurl.
What does foxgirl mean?
- A girl or woman who wears a fox costume and plays the role of a fox.
- A female fictional character who has a fox's ears, tail, or other fox-like characteristics on an otherwise humanoid body.
Questions about saying foxgirl
How do you pronounce foxgirl?
Say FAWKS-gurl. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɔksˌɡɝl/. In British English it is /ˈfɔksˌɡɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in foxgirl?
Foxgirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAWKS). Broken into parts: FAWKS · gurl.
Is foxgirl 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 /ˈfɔksˌɡɜːl/ (FAWKS-gurl).