How to pronounce obloquy
Say it like AW-bluh-kwee. Obloquy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AW).
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US American/ˈɔbləˌkwi/AW-bluh-kwee
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- AW
- bluh
- kwee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Obloquy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- bluhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kweeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
What does obloquy mean?
noun
- Abusive language.
- Disgrace.
Where does obloquy come from?
From Middle English obloqui, obloquie, obloquy, from Middle French obloquie and its etymon Late Latin obloquium (“contradiction”), from Latin obloquor (“speak against, contradict”).
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Questions about saying obloquy
How do you pronounce obloquy?
Say AW-bluh-kwee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔbləˌkwi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in obloquy?
Obloquy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AW). Broken into parts: AW · bluh · kwee.