How to pronounce idolish
Say it like EYE-duh-lish. Idolish has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- duh
- lish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Idolish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of idolish
American and British speakers say idolish in essentially the same way: /ˈaɪdəlɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈaɪdəlɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: EYE-duh-lish.
What does idolish mean?
- Resembling or characteristic of an idol.
Where does idolish come from?
From idol + -ish.
Questions about saying idolish
How do you pronounce idolish?
Say EYE-duh-lish. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪdəlɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈaɪdəlɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in idolish?
Idolish has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · duh · lish.
Do Americans and Brits say idolish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaɪdəlɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈaɪdəlɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.