How to pronounce mettle
Say it like MET-ul. Mettle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MET).
- MET
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mettle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- METSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of mettle
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: MET-ul.
What does mettle mean?
- A quality of courage and endurance.
- Good temperament and character.
- Spirited, vigorous, stout-hearted.
Where does mettle come from?
From figurative use of metal (since 16th century).
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Words that rhyme with mettle
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Words that sound like mettle
Questions about saying mettle
How do you pronounce mettle?
Say MET-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛtəl/. In British English it is /ˈmɛtəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mettle?
Mettle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MET). Broken into parts: MET · ul.
Is mettle pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈmɛtəl/ (MET-ul).
What words sound the same as mettle?
Mettle sounds the same as metal in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.