How to pronounce marigold
Say it like MAR-ih-gohld. Marigold has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
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- MAR
- ih
- gohld
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Marigold pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- gohldGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of marigold
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: MAR-ih-gohld.
What does marigold mean?
- Any of the Old World plants, of the genus Calendula, with orange, yellow or reddish flowers.
- Any of the New World plants, of the genus Tagetes, with orange, yellow or reddish flowers.
- Alternative form of Marigold (rubber glove for cleaning).
- Having the color of marigolds, a bright yellowish-orange hue.
Where does marigold come from?
From Middle English marigolde, marygoldye, from Mary (referring to the Virgin Mary) + Middle English golde (“marigold”).
Questions about saying marigold
How do you pronounce marigold?
Say MAR-ih-gohld. The American pronunciation is /ˈmærɪˌɡoʊld/. In British English it is /ˈmærɪˌɡəʊld/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in marigold?
Marigold has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · ih · gohld.
Is marigold 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 /ˈmærɪˌɡəʊld/ (MAR-ih-gohld).