How to pronounce parklet
Say it like PAR-klit. Parklet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- klit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parklet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- klitKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of parklet
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-klit.
What does parklet mean?
- An area of around the size of a parking space, used for recreation or as scenery.
Where does parklet come from?
From park + -let.
Questions about saying parklet
How do you pronounce parklet?
Say PAR-klit. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrklɪt/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːklɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parklet?
Parklet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · klit.
Is parklet 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 /ˈpɑːklɪt/ (PAH-klit).