How to pronounce furl
Say it like FURL. Furl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- FURL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Furl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FURLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of furl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FURL.
What does furl mean?
- To lower, roll up and secure (something, such as a sail or flag)
Where does furl come from?
Perhaps from Old French ferlier, modern French ferler.
Words that rhyme with furl
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of furl.
Questions about saying furl
How do you pronounce furl?
Say FURL. The American pronunciation is /fɝl/. In British English it is /fɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in furl?
Furl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: FURL.
Is furl 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 /fɜːl/ (FURL).