How to pronounce ormolu
Say it like OR-muh-loo. Ormolu has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR).
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- OR
- muh
- loo
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ormolu pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- looGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of ormolu
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AW-muh-loo.
What does ormolu mean?
- Golden or gilded brass or bronze used for decorative purposes.
- Made from golden or gilded brass or bronze.
- To decorate with gilded ormolu articles.
Where does ormolu come from?
From French or moulu (literally “ground gold”).
Questions about saying ormolu
How do you pronounce ormolu?
Say OR-muh-loo. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔrməˌlu/. In British English it is /ˈɔːməˌluː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ormolu?
Ormolu has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR). Broken into parts: OR · muh · loo.
Is ormolu 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 /ˈɔːməˌluː/ (AW-muh-loo).