How to pronounce gilda
Say it like GHIL-duh. Gilda has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHIL).
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- GHIL
- duh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gilda pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GHILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gilda
American and British speakers say gilda in essentially the same way: /ˈɡɪldə/ in the US and /ˈɡɪldə/ in the UK.
British respelling: GHIL-duh.
What does gilda mean?
- A Spanish snack consisting of olives and chili pepper served on a small stick (like a toothpick), often with anchovy.
Where does gilda come from?
Spanish gilda
Words that rhyme with gilda
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gilda.
Questions about saying gilda
How do you pronounce gilda?
Say GHIL-duh. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɪldə/. In British English it is /ˈɡɪldə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gilda?
Gilda has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHIL). Broken into parts: GHIL · duh.
Do Americans and Brits say gilda the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡɪldə/ and the British form is /ˈɡɪldə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.