How to pronounce mudslide
Say it like MUHD-slyde. Mudslide has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHD).
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- MUHD
- slyde
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mudslide pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- slydeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of mudslide
American and British speakers say mudslide in essentially the same way: /ˈmʌdˌslaɪd/ in the US and /ˈmʌdˌslaɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: MUHD-slyde.
What does mudslide mean?
- A geological event in which viscous mud flows down an incline.
- A mixed drink consisting of vodka, Kahlúa and Baileys.
Where does mudslide come from?
From mud + slide.
Questions about saying mudslide
How do you pronounce mudslide?
Say MUHD-slyde. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌdˌslaɪd/. In British English it is /ˈmʌdˌslaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mudslide?
Mudslide has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHD). Broken into parts: MUHD · slyde.
Do Americans and Brits say mudslide the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmʌdˌslaɪd/ and the British form is /ˈmʌdˌslaɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.