How to pronounce parasol
Say it like PER-uh-sahl. Parasol has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER).
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- PER
- uh
- sahl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parasol pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sahlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of parasol
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: PAR-uh-sol.
What does parasol mean?
- A small light umbrella used as protection from the sun.
- A miniature paper umbrella used as a decoration in tropical-themed cocktails.
- A sun umbrella for garden use etc., mounted on a stand; these can be foldable and demountable.
- To protect with, or as if with, a parasol; to shade.
Where does parasol come from?
From French parasol, from Italian parasole, from para- (“to shield”) + sole (“sun”).
Words that rhyme with parasol
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Questions about saying parasol
How do you pronounce parasol?
Say PER-uh-sahl. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛrəˌsɑl/. In British English it is /ˈpærəˌsɒl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parasol?
Parasol has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER). Broken into parts: PER · uh · sahl.
Is parasol 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 /ˈpærəˌsɒl/ (PAR-uh-sol).