How to pronounce minstrel
Say it like MIN-strul. Minstrel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN).
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- MIN
- strul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Minstrel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- strulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of minstrel
American and British speakers say minstrel in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪnstrəl/ in the US and /ˈmɪnstrəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIN-strul.
What does minstrel mean?
- Any lyric poet, musician, or singer.
- An amphetamine tablet, typically black, or black and white, in color.
- To play (a tune on a musical instrument); to sing (a song).
- To act as a minstrel; to entertain by playing a musical instrument, singing, etc.
Where does minstrel come from?
The verb is derived from the noun.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying minstrel
How do you pronounce minstrel?
Say MIN-strul. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪnstrəl/. In British English it is /ˈmɪnstrəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in minstrel?
Minstrel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN). Broken into parts: MIN · strul.
Do Americans and Brits say minstrel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪnstrəl/ and the British form is /ˈmɪnstrəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.