How to pronounce korfball
Say it like KORF-bawl. Korfball has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KORF).
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- KORF
- bawl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Korfball pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- bawlKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of korfball
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAWF-bawl.
What does korfball mean?
- A non-contact unisex team sport originating from the Netherlands, similar to netball, where players attempt to throw a ball into a basket atop a pole.
- The ball used in the sport of korfball.
Where does korfball come from?
Borrowing from Dutch korfbal.
Questions about saying korfball
How do you pronounce korfball?
Say KORF-bawl. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrfbɔl/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːfbɔːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in korfball?
Korfball has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KORF). Broken into parts: KORF · bawl.
Is korfball 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 /ˈkɔːfbɔːl/ (KAWF-bawl).