How to pronounce newel
Say it like NOO-ul. Newel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO).
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- NOO
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Newel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of newel
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: NYOO-ul.
What does newel mean?
- A central pillar around which some types of spiral staircase are spiralled.
- A sturdy pillar at the top or bottom of a flight of stairs, supporting the handrail.
Where does newel come from?
Inherited from Middle English nowel, *newel, from Old French noel, from either Early Medieval Latin nōdellus (“buckle”, diminutive of nōdus "knot") or Late Latin nucālis (“nut-like”, derivative of nux "nut").
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Words that rhyme with newel
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Questions about saying newel
How do you pronounce newel?
Say NOO-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈnuəl/. In British English it is /ˈnjuːəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in newel?
Newel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO). Broken into parts: NOO · ul.
Is newel pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈnjuːəl/ (NYOO-ul).