How to pronounce fulgid
Say it like FUHL-jid. Fulgid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHL).
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- FUHL
- jid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fulgid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- jidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of fulgid
American and British speakers say fulgid in essentially the same way: /ˈfʌldʒɪd/ in the US and /ˈfʌldʒɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: FUHL-jid.
What does fulgid mean?
- Scintillant, coruscant; marked by fleeting flashes of radiant light.
Where does fulgid come from?
From Latin fulgidus, derived from fulgere.
Questions about saying fulgid
How do you pronounce fulgid?
Say FUHL-jid. The American pronunciation is /ˈfʌldʒɪd/. In British English it is /ˈfʌldʒɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fulgid?
Fulgid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHL). Broken into parts: FUHL · jid.
Do Americans and Brits say fulgid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfʌldʒɪd/ and the British form is /ˈfʌldʒɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.