How to pronounce mullion
Say it like MUHL-ee-un. Mullion has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL).
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- MUHL
- ee
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mullion pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of mullion
American and British speakers say mullion in essentially the same way: /ˈmʌliən/ in the US and /ˈmʌliən/ in the UK.
British respelling: MUHL-ee-un.
What does mullion mean?
- A vertical bar between the panes of glass or casements of a window or the panels of a screen.
- To shape into divisions by means of mullions.
Where does mullion come from?
Alteration of monial (“mullion”), or metathesis of Middle English moyniel, both ultimately from Old French moinel.
Questions about saying mullion
How do you pronounce mullion?
Say MUHL-ee-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌliən/. In British English it is /ˈmʌliən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mullion?
Mullion has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL). Broken into parts: MUHL · ee · un.
Do Americans and Brits say mullion the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmʌliən/ and the British form is /ˈmʌliən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.