How to pronounce nephling
Say it like NEF-ling. Nephling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEF).
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- NEF
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nephling pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of nephling
American and British speakers say nephling in essentially the same way: /ˈnɛflɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈnɛflɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: NEF-ling.
What does nephling mean?
- A nibling.
Where does nephling come from?
Blend of nephew + sibling.
Questions about saying nephling
How do you pronounce nephling?
Say NEF-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛflɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈnɛflɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nephling?
Nephling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEF). Broken into parts: NEF · ling.
Do Americans and Brits say nephling the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɛflɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈnɛflɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.