How to pronounce Norwood
Say it like NOR-wud. Norwood has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOR).
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- NOR
- wud
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Norwood pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- wudKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of Norwood
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NAW-wud.
What does Norwood mean?
- A place in the United Kingdom
Where does Norwood come from?
From north + wood. Doublet of Northwood.
Questions about saying Norwood
How do you pronounce Norwood?
Say NOR-wud. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɔrwʊd/. In British English it is /ˈnɔːwʊd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Norwood?
Norwood has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOR). Broken into parts: NOR · wud.
Is Norwood pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈnɔːwʊd/ (NAW-wud).