How to pronounce parley
Say it like PAR-lee. Parley has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parley 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.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of parley
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-lee.
What does parley mean?
- A conference, especially one between enemies.
- To have a discussion, especially one between enemies.
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Words that rhyme with parley
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Questions about saying parley
How do you pronounce parley?
Say PAR-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrli/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parley?
Parley has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · lee.
Is parley 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 /ˈpɑːli/ (PAH-lee).