How to pronounce granduncle
Say it like GRAN-duhng-kul. Granduncle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAN).
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US American/ˈɡrænˌdʌŋkəl/GRAN-duhng-kul
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- GRAN
- duhng
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Granduncle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- duhngGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does granduncle mean?
noun
- Synonym of great-uncle.
Where does granduncle come from?
From Middle English graunt oncle, equivalent to grand- + uncle.
Questions about saying granduncle
How do you pronounce granduncle?
Say GRAN-duhng-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡrænˌdʌŋkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in granduncle?
Granduncle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAN). Broken into parts: GRAN · duhng · kul.