How to pronounce parleyvoo
Say it like par-lee-VOO. Parleyvoo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (VOO).
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- par
- lee
- VOO
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parleyvoo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- parGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- VOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of parleyvoo
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: pah-lee-VOO.
What does parleyvoo mean?
- The French language, especially as understood by an English person.
- To speak a foreign language, especially French.
Where does parleyvoo come from?
From French parlez-vous.
Words that rhyme with parleyvoo
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Questions about saying parleyvoo
How do you pronounce parleyvoo?
Say par-lee-VOO. The American pronunciation is /ˌpɑrliˈvu/. In British English it is /ˌpɑːliˈvuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parleyvoo?
Parleyvoo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (VOO). Broken into parts: par · lee · VOO.
Is parleyvoo 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 /ˌpɑːliˈvuː/ (pah-lee-VOO).