How to pronounce merl
Say it like MURL. Merl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MURL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Merl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MURLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of merl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MURL.
What does merl mean?
- Alternative form of merle (blackbird)
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with merl
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of merl.
Words that sound like merl
Questions about saying merl
How do you pronounce merl?
Say MURL. The American pronunciation is /mɝl/. In British English it is /mɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in merl?
Merl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MURL.
Is merl 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 /mɜːl/ (MURL).
What words sound the same as merl?
Merl sounds the same as merle in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.