How to pronounce kogal
Say it like KOH-gal. Kogal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH).
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US American/ˈkoʊɡæl/KOH-gal
UK British/ˈkəʊɡæl/KOH-gal
- KOH
- gal
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kogal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- galKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of kogal
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KOH-gal.
What does kogal mean?
noun
- A subculture of conspicuous consumption among young women in urban Japan, typified by dyed hair, artificial suntan, platform boots, miniskirts, and expensive accessories.
- A member of this subculture.
Questions about saying kogal
How do you pronounce kogal?
Say KOH-gal. The American pronunciation is /ˈkoʊɡæl/. In British English it is /ˈkəʊɡæl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kogal?
Kogal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH). Broken into parts: KOH · gal.
Is kogal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkəʊɡæl/ (KOH-gal).