How to pronounce gondolier
Say it like gon-duh-LEER. Gondolier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEER).
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- gon
- duh
- LEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gondolier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- gonGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gondolier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: gon-duh-LEER.
What does gondolier mean?
- A boatperson who propels a gondola, especially in Venice.
Where does gondolier come from?
From Italian gondoliere, through French gondolier.
Words that rhyme with gondolier
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gondolier.
Questions about saying gondolier
How do you pronounce gondolier?
Say gon-duh-LEER. The American pronunciation is /ˌɡɑndəˈlɪr/. In British English it is /ˌɡɒndəˈlɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gondolier?
Gondolier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEER). Broken into parts: gon · duh · LEER.
Is gondolier 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 /ˌɡɒndəˈlɪə/ (gon-duh-LEER).