How to pronounce haircolor
Say it like HAIR-kul-er. Haircolor has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAIR).
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- HAIR
- kul
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Haircolor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of haircolor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HAIR-kul-er.
What does haircolor mean?
- Artificial hair coloring.
Where does haircolor come from?
From hair + color.
Questions about saying haircolor
How do you pronounce haircolor?
Say HAIR-kul-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɛrkʌlər/. In British English it is /ˈhɛəkʌlər/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in haircolor?
Haircolor has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAIR). Broken into parts: HAIR · kul · er.
Is haircolor 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 /ˈhɛəkʌlər/ (HAIR-kul-er).