How to pronounce gorgerette
Say it like GOR-juh-ret. Gorgerette has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOR).
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- GOR
- juh
- ret
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gorgerette pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- juhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- retKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of gorgerette
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GAW-juh-ret.
What does gorgerette mean?
- Synonym of gorget (“piece of armor; piece of clothing”).
Where does gorgerette come from?
From French gorgerette.
Questions about saying gorgerette
How do you pronounce gorgerette?
Say GOR-juh-ret. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɔrdʒərɛt/. In British English it is /ˈɡɔːdʒərɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gorgerette?
Gorgerette has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOR). Broken into parts: GOR · juh · ret.
Is gorgerette 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 /ˈɡɔːdʒərɛt/ (GAW-juh-ret).