How to pronounce homegirl
Say it like HOHM-gurl. Homegirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOHM).
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- HOHM
- gurl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Homegirl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HOHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- gurlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of homegirl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: HOHM-gurl.
What does homegirl mean?
- A female friend.
- A female co-member of a gang.
Where does homegirl come from?
From home + girl; compare homeboy.
Questions about saying homegirl
How do you pronounce homegirl?
Say HOHM-gurl. The American pronunciation is /ˈhoʊmˌɡɝl/. In British English it is /ˈhəʊmˌɡɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in homegirl?
Homegirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOHM). Broken into parts: HOHM · gurl.
Is homegirl 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 /ˈhəʊmˌɡɜːl/ (HOHM-gurl).