How to pronounce nailbrush
Say it like NAYL-brush. Nailbrush has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAYL).
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- NAYL
- brush
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nailbrush pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NAYLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- brushKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of nailbrush
American and British speakers say nailbrush in essentially the same way: /ˈneɪlbrʌʃ/ in the US and /ˈneɪlbrʌʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: NAYL-brush.
What does nailbrush mean?
- A small brush, with firm bristles, used to clean the fingernails or to scrub the hands.
- To scrub with a nailbrush.
Where does nailbrush come from?
From nail + brush.
Questions about saying nailbrush
How do you pronounce nailbrush?
Say NAYL-brush. The American pronunciation is /ˈneɪlbrʌʃ/. In British English it is /ˈneɪlbrʌʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nailbrush?
Nailbrush has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAYL). Broken into parts: NAYL · brush.
Do Americans and Brits say nailbrush the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈneɪlbrʌʃ/ and the British form is /ˈneɪlbrʌʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.