How to pronounce omelet
Say it like OM-lut. Omelet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OM).
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- OM
- lut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Omelet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- lutKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of omelet
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: OM-lut.
What does omelet mean?
- US standard spelling of omelette.
Words that rhyme with omelet
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Words that sound like omelet
Questions about saying omelet
How do you pronounce omelet?
Say OM-lut. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑmlət/. In British English it is /ˈɒmlət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in omelet?
Omelet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OM). Broken into parts: OM · lut.
Is omelet pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈɒmlət/ (OM-lut).
What words sound the same as omelet?
Omelet sounds the same as omelette in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.