How to pronounce lugsill
Say it like LUHG-sil. Lugsill has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHG).
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- LUHG
- sil
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lugsill pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LUHGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- silGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lugsill
American and British speakers say lugsill in essentially the same way: /ˈlʌɡˌsɪl/ in the US and /ˈlʌɡˌsɪl/ in the UK.
British respelling: LUHG-sil.
What does lugsill mean?
- A window sill that extends beyond the width of the window opening, with its ends built into the wall at the jambs.
Where does lugsill come from?
From lug + sill.
Questions about saying lugsill
How do you pronounce lugsill?
Say LUHG-sil. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʌɡˌsɪl/. In British English it is /ˈlʌɡˌsɪl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lugsill?
Lugsill has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHG). Broken into parts: LUHG · sil.
Do Americans and Brits say lugsill the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlʌɡˌsɪl/ and the British form is /ˈlʌɡˌsɪl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.