How to pronounce marl
Say it like MARL. Marl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MARL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Marl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MARLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of marl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAHL.
What does marl mean?
- A mixed earthy substance, consisting of carbonate of lime, clay, and possibly sand, in very variable proportions, and accordingly designated as calcareous, clayey, or sandy.
- To cover (the ground) with marl (noun sense).
- To cover, as part of a rope, with marline, marking a peculiar hitch at each turn to prevent unwinding.
Where does marl come from?
From Middle English marle, from Old French marle, from Late Latin margila, diminutive of marga (“marl”).
Words that rhyme with marl
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Questions about saying marl
How do you pronounce marl?
Say MARL. The American pronunciation is /mɑrl/. In British English it is /mɑːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in marl?
Marl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MARL.
Is marl 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 /mɑːl/ (MAHL).