How to pronounce Orwell
Say it like OR-wel. Orwell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR).
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- OR
- wel
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Orwell 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.
- welGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of Orwell
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AW-wel.
What does Orwell mean?
- A tidal river in Suffolk, England.
- A settlement in Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Where does Orwell come from?
From Middle English Orewelle (attested in Chaucer).
Questions about saying Orwell
How do you pronounce Orwell?
Say OR-wel. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔrˌwɛl/. In British English it is /ˈɔːwɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Orwell?
Orwell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR). Broken into parts: OR · wel.
Is Orwell 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 /ˈɔːwɛl/ (AW-wel).