How to pronounce gonfalon
Say it like GAHN-fuh-lahn. Gonfalon has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAHN).
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- GAHN
- fuh
- lahn
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gonfalon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GAHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- fuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lahnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of gonfalon
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: GON-fuh-lun.
What does gonfalon mean?
- A standard or ensign, consisting of a pole with a crosspiece from which a banner is suspended, especially as used in church processions, but also for civic and military display.
- Alternative form of gonfanon.
Where does gonfalon come from?
From Middle English gonfalon, from Old French gonfalon, from Frankish *gunþifanō, from Proto-Germanic *gunþifanô.
Questions about saying gonfalon
How do you pronounce gonfalon?
Say GAHN-fuh-lahn. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɑnfəˌlɑn/. In British English it is /ˈɡɒnfələn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gonfalon?
Gonfalon has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAHN). Broken into parts: GAHN · fuh · lahn.
Is gonfalon pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈɡɒnfələn/ (GON-fuh-lun).