How to pronounce morals
Say it like MOR-ulz. Morals has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOR).
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- MOR
- ulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Morals pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of morals
American and British speakers say morals in essentially the same way: /ˈmɔrəlz/ in the US and /ˈmɒrəlz/ in the UK.
British respelling: MOR-ulz.
What does morals mean?
- motivation based on ideas of right and wrong
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Words that rhyme with morals
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Questions about saying morals
How do you pronounce morals?
Say MOR-ulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɔrəlz/. In British English it is /ˈmɒrəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in morals?
Morals has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOR). Broken into parts: MOR · ulz.
Do Americans and Brits say morals the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɔrəlz/ and the British form is /ˈmɒrəlz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.