How to pronounce hurley
Say it like HUR-lee. Hurley has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUR).
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- HUR
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hurley pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of hurley
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HUR-lee.
What does hurley mean?
- A stick used in the game of hurling.
- The game of hurling.
Words that rhyme with hurley
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hurley.
Questions about saying hurley
How do you pronounce hurley?
Say HUR-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɝli/. In British English it is /ˈhɜːli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hurley?
Hurley has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUR). Broken into parts: HUR · lee.
Is hurley 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 /ˈhɜːli/ (HUR-lee).