How to pronounce parlour
Say it like PAR-ler. Parlour has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parlour 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.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of parlour
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-luh.
What does parlour mean?
- Commonwealth standard spelling of parlor.
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Words that rhyme with parlour
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Words that sound like parlour
Questions about saying parlour
How do you pronounce parlour?
Say PAR-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parlour?
Parlour has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · ler.
Is parlour 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 /ˈpɑːlə/ (PAH-luh).
What words sound the same as parlour?
Parlour sounds the same as parlor in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.