How to pronounce ligular
Say it like LIG-yuh-ler. Ligular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIG).
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- LIG
- yuh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ligular pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LIGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ligular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LIG-yuu-luh.
What does ligular mean?
- Relating to a ligula.
Where does ligular come from?
From ligula + -ar.
Questions about saying ligular
How do you pronounce ligular?
Say LIG-yuh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɪɡjəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈlɪɡjʊlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ligular?
Ligular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIG). Broken into parts: LIG · yuh · ler.
Is ligular 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 /ˈlɪɡjʊlə/ (LIG-yuu-luh).