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