How to pronounce missal
Say it like MIS-ul. Missal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIS).
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- MIS
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Missal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of missal
American and British speakers say missal in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪsəl/ in the US and /ˈmɪsəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIS-ul.
What does missal mean?
- A prayer book; a church service (book).
- A book containing the prayers and responses needed when celebrating the Roman Catholic Mass throughout the year.
Where does missal come from?
From Old French messel (“book of the Mass”).
Words that rhyme with missal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of missal.
Words that sound like missal
Questions about saying missal
How do you pronounce missal?
Say MIS-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪsəl/. In British English it is /ˈmɪsəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in missal?
Missal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIS). Broken into parts: MIS · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say missal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪsəl/ and the British form is /ˈmɪsəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as missal?
Missal sounds the same as missile in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.