How to pronounce gruncle
Say it like GRUHNG-kul. Gruncle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRUHNG).
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- GRUHNG
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gruncle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRUHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gruncle
American and British speakers say gruncle in essentially the same way: /ˈɡrʌŋkəl/ in the US and /ˈɡrʌŋkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: GRUHNG-kul.
What does gruncle mean?
- A great-uncle.“I'm staying for summer break at my gruncle's place.”
Where does gruncle come from?
Blend of great- + uncle.
Words that rhyme with gruncle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gruncle.
Questions about saying gruncle
How do you pronounce gruncle?
Say GRUHNG-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡrʌŋkəl/. In British English it is /ˈɡrʌŋkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gruncle?
Gruncle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRUHNG). Broken into parts: GRUHNG · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say gruncle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡrʌŋkəl/ and the British form is /ˈɡrʌŋkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.