How to pronounce granular
Say it like GRAN-yuh-ler. Granular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAN).
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- GRAN
- yuh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Granular 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.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of granular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GRAN-yuh-luh.
What does granular mean?
- Consisting of, or resembling, granules or grains.“a granular substance”
- Grainy.“It has a granular structure”
- Refined or precise.“This should allow for a more granular degree of control”
Where does granular come from?
From Late Latin grānulum (“granule, little grain”), diminutive of Latin grānum (“grain, seed”), + -ar.
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Words that rhyme with granular
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Questions about saying granular
How do you pronounce granular?
Say GRAN-yuh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡrænjəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡrænjələ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in granular?
Granular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAN). Broken into parts: GRAN · yuh · ler.
Is granular 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 /ˈɡrænjələ/ (GRAN-yuh-luh).